Main Accused in Multan Orphan Murder Case Killed in CCD Encounter
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In a tragic turn of events, the prime suspect in the murder of a 15-year-old orphan in Multan has been killed during an encounter with Punjab's Crime Control Department (CCD) near Bahawalpur. The accused, known as Tauqeer Niaz, was sought in connection with the killing of Waseem Abbas. The teenager, an orphan, was reportedly chased and struck by a car in Multan.
CCTV footage reportedly showed the vehicle pursuing the boy before the fatal collision. Tauqeer was arrested following the incident and remained in police custody on physical remand. However, he later managed to escape from custody.
The CCD subsequently encountered Tauqeer near the Northern Bypass in Bahawalpur. According to CCD District Officer Irfan Akbar, officers signaled two men on a motorcycle to halt. The suspects allegedly attempted to flee and opened fire on the CCD team. Police responded with gunfire. Tauqeer was found critically wounded and succumbed to his injuries.
The CCD's account asserts that Tauqeer was shot by his own accomplice during the shootout, while his companion managed to escape. Police are now working to locate and apprehend the second suspect who fled the scene following the encounter.
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