KARACHI (HRNW): A celebratory “Qawwali Night” in Orangi Town Sector 9E ended in tragedy yesterday when a young man, Moazzam, was killed by stray bullets during a bout of aerial firing. Orangi Town police have officially registered a case based on the complaint filed by the victim’s brother, invoking charges of involuntary manslaughter (Qatl-i-Khata) and other relevant legal sections. Six suspects have been named in the FIR.
Details of the Incident and CCTV Evidence
Investigation officials revealed that Moazzam was attending a pre-wedding event for his cousin when the festivities were interrupted by intense aerial firing. Police have secured CCTV footage of the incident, which provides a grim look at how the celebration turned into a crime scene:
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Footage Insights: The video captures the moment the firing began, showing Moazzam being struck by a bullet and collapsing to the ground.
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Chaos at the Scene: The footage shows immediate panic among the guests as people scrambled for safety. Bystanders rushed to assist the fallen youth, but due to the proximity and severity of the gunshot wound, he could not survive.
Police Action and Family Demands
The investigation team is currently using the recovered footage to identify the specific individuals responsible for the gunfire. Authorities have vowed that those nominated in the case will be brought to justice swiftly. Meanwhile, Moazzam’s grieving family has made an emotional appeal to the police for a thorough investigation and the strictest possible punishment for the perpetrators.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the lethal consequences of celebratory firing, a practice that continues to claim lives despite official bans and legal warnings in Karachi.
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