CRIME

Multan Police Arrest Law Enforcement Officer for Killing School Teacher in Cold Blood

In a shocking incident, Multan police have arrested Aun Ashraf, an officer from a law enforcement agency, for the murder of school teacher Safoora Taimur. The tragic event occurred as Safoora was on her way to school when she was fatally shot after being followed by the suspect. Police swiftly tracked and apprehended the killer using technical resources.
2024-10-10
Multan Police Arrest Law Enforcement Officer for Killing School Teacher in Cold Blood

In a tragic turn of events, Multan police on Thursday arrested Aun Ashraf, a law enforcement officer, for the cold-blooded murder of school teacher Safoora Taimur in the city’s New Shah Shams Colony. The shocking crime took place on Wednesday morning, sending waves of grief and anger throughout the community.

According to the police, Safoora was on her way to school when the suspect, who had been trailing her, attacked her near 7:30am. CCTV footage of the incident shows the suspect following the teacher closely for some time before pulling out a gun and shooting her in the head. The victim died on the spot, and the suspect fled the scene after stealing her mobile phone.

Footage from nearby CCTV cameras, aired on multiple news channels, captured the horrifying moment of the attack. The video revealed that Safoora, aware of being followed, turned to glance at the suspect several times before he fatally shot her.

In a swift response, Multan’s Central Police Officer, Sadiq Ali Dogar, ordered the formation of special teams to trace the suspect. The police utilized technical resources to track down Aun Ashraf, who was identified as an employee of a law enforcement agency. A case was registered at the Shah Shams police station.

Motive Behind the Crime

According to a preliminary investigation, the suspect and the victim had a personal connection. Their families were acquainted as both Safoora’s father and Aun Ashraf’s father worked in the same department. It was revealed that the suspect had proposed marriage to Safoora, but when the relationship soured, he resorted to the fatal attack in retaliation.

The police have confirmed that further investigation is underway to determine the complete details of the case.

Community in Shock

The brutal murder has left the local community in shock, with many expressing concern over the rising violence and threats to women's safety. Public calls for swift justice are growing louder, with many hoping that the authorities will ensure Safoora’s killer faces the full extent of the law.

Multan police have assured the public that justice will be served and that they will continue to crack down on criminal activities to maintain law and order in the city.

A Grieving Family

Safoora Taimur’s family is devastated by the loss, and calls for justice have echoed across social media. As they mourn their loved one, they hope that her death will raise awareness about the safety and security of women across the nation.

The police have vowed to ensure that the case is handled with the utmost seriousness, and the suspect will face trial for the heinous crime.