Two police personnel martyred in firing in Lahore’s Badami Bagh
Police launch raids to arrest suspects, identify Rehan Butt as alleged main suspect in attack
In Lahore's Badami Bagh area, armed assailants targeted two police personnel on Thursday evening, resulting in the tragic deaths of Sub-Inspector Adeel and Head Constable Asad. Both officers, who were assigned to the Lorry Adda police station, were struck by critical bullet wounds and succumbed to their injuries. The assailants fled the scene after opening fire on the officials.
Rehan Butt, the alleged central suspect, was identified by police, while efforts were underway to determine the identities of his accomplices. It was reported that Faizan Butt, Rehan's brother, had been killed in an encounter a few days prior. DIG Operations Faisal Kamran arrived at the scene, along with a substantial police force, to oversee the initial investigation. The area was sealed off, and evidence collection was underway as investigators probed the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Preliminary police information indicated that Rehan Butt, a suspected dangerous shooter, was wanted by the authorities. Investigators were also exploring the possibility of a connection between this incident and a previous police encounter involving Faizan Butt. The DIG emphasized that the attack was being examined from every angle, and further details would emerge as the investigation advanced.
The tragic loss of the two police personnel was described as extremely regrettable by DIG Kamran, who stated that the officers had made the ultimate sacrifice while carrying out their duties. He vowed that the investigation would not cease until the suspects were apprehended, and he assured that the martyred officers' sacrifice would not be in vain.
Punjab Inspector General of Police Abdul Karim acknowledged the incident, directed a report to be submitted by Lahore DIG Operations, and ordered police to utilize all available resources to apprehend the involved parties. The IG also paid tribute to the deceased officers and assured that the bereaved families would receive comprehensive care and welfare support.
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