ISLAMABAD: A Sub-inspector of the capital police was martyred in front of his house shortly after he reached home along with his wife on Friday night, police said.

The SI was identified as Haider Ali Shah, posted at Criminal intelligence Agency as investigating officer, they added.

So far a case has not been registered, as the police said that the complaint about the incident was yet to be received.

The police said the incident took place around 10:27pm when the SI along with his wife reached home in a car in Shahzad Town.

His wife had disembarked from the car and walked few yards when a car stopped nearby the SI car and all of a sudden firing was started from inside the car, targeting the SI sitting on the driving seat of his car, the police said.

After getting the information the police reached the spot and found the SI murdered, they said, adding that later his body was shifted to hospital for further legal procedures.

He sustained multiple bullet wounds in his neck, face and chest, they added.

In a statement the police said the funeral prayer of the valiant martyr, Sub Inspector Haider Ali Shah of the Islamabad police, was held on Saturday at Police Lines Headquarters Islamabad.

The ceremony was attended by Federal Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, IGP Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, senior officers from the Islamabad and Punjab police, the Frontier Constabulary, and a multitude of police officers and officials from other law enforcement agencies.

IGP Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, while paying tribute to the martyr, reaffirmed the indomitable spirit of the police force to defend and protect citizens. He emphasised that every member of the force is committed to upholding the values of martyrdom and stands united against any threat to the community.

The funeral procession concluded with a heartfelt salute from the squad, while IGPs and senior police officers laid floral wreaths on the martyr’s body.

The body of the martyred personnel was then transported to his hometown.

Sub Inspector Haider Ali Shah has joined the list of 64 other brave police officers from the Islamabad Police who have laid down their lives while serving the nation.

Each of these courageous individuals exemplifies the unwavering commitment of the police force to safeguard the lives and property of the nation, a commitment that remains resolute regardless of the challenges faced.

Published in Dawn, October 27th, 2024