NAROWAL: Police on Wednesday arrested a suspect for allegedly shooting at and injuring a constable in Sialkot.

According to Sialkot District Police spokesperson Khurram Shahzad, Muhammad Nawaz, a resident of Kharota Syedan, contacted 15, reporting that his son, Muhammad Aqib, was threatening people by brandishing a pistol.

Responding to the call, a team from Kotli Loharan police station, led by Assistant Sub-Inspector Ehsanullah, reached the spot.

According to initial reports, Aqib opened fire on the team, injuring Constable Ghulam Mustafa in his left leg.

The injured constable was shifted to hospital for medical treatment, while the suspect fled the scene after the shooting.

The police response team later arrested Aqib, the spokesperson said.

Sialkot DPO retired Capt Dost Muhammad took notice of the incident and sought a report.

He directed the authorities concerned to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured constable and ordered legal action against the suspect.

Published in Dawn, October 22nd, 2026