Dera Ghazi Khan: Another Punjab Police officer has been martyred, and two others were injured in a robbery encounter, according to Punjab Police. The incident occurred during a police raid aimed at arresting notorious robbers in the jurisdiction of Sadar Police Station. Elite Police Head Constable Muhammad Imran was critically injured when the robbers opened fire. Sub-Inspector Imtiaz Alam and Constable Gulab Khan also sustained injuries in the exchange.
The injured officers were transported to a hospital for treatment, where Head Constable Imran succumbed to his injuries. In the ensuing police action, two robbers were killed, and one was injured, though another managed to escape. A search operation is ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect.
Inspector General of Police Punjab Abdul Kareem has taken notice of the event, requesting a report from the RPO Dera Ghazi Khan. He has instructed that the injured officers receive the best medical care and emphasized utilizing all resources to capture the escaping robber.
The funeral for Head Constable Imran was held with full state honors at Police Lines D.G. Khan. A police contingent presented a guard of honor, and officials, including Additional IG South Punjab Muhammad Kamran Khan and Commissioner Ashfaq Ahmad Chaudhary, attended in large numbers, paying tribute to the martyred officer.
Additional IG Khan assured that the blood of the martyr would not be in vain, vowing justice for those involved. He highlighted the sacrifices of Punjab Police in maintaining peace and reiterated the force’s commitment to continue such efforts. Following the funeral, Imran’s remains were transported to his native village for burial with state honors.
Additional IG Khan later visited Teaching Hospital D.G. Khan to check on the injured officers, commending their bravery and ensuring they receive the necessary medical support.