By: ANI Crime Reporter:
LAHORE — A brave Punjab Police constable, Abrar Hussain of Faisalabad Police, was martyred in the line of duty after dangerous suspects opened fire on a police team during a raid in the 73 JB Jhapal area.
According to Punjab Police spokesperson, the Takriwala police team was conducting a raid to arrest wanted suspects in an attempted murder case when the accused opened indiscriminate fire, seriously injuring Constable Abrar Hussain. He was shifted to Allied Hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Police continued the operation and arrested four suspects — Bilal, Hanan, Hamad and Zubair — along with weapons.
The funeral prayer of the martyred constable was offered at Police Lines Faisalabad, where senior police officers, personnel, relatives and civil society representatives attended. A police contingent presented a guard of honour, after which the body was taken to his native village for burial with official honours.
IG Punjab Abdul Karim paid tribute to Constable Abrar Hussain, saying the martyr sacrificed his life while fulfilling his duty and protecting citizens. He assured that the martyr’s family would not be left alone and that all possible welfare and support would be provided.
