Shahzain Marri Sought in Karachi Assault
The police are working to apprehend Marri, with operations ongoing in Quetta and Karachi, and have seized seven weapons in connection with the incident, as the Sindh government vows to take action against those possessing illegal arms.
A manhunt is underway for Shahzain Marri, the main suspect in a violent assault that took place in Karachi's Boat Basin area on February 19, where a group of armed men attacked citizens, sparking widespread chaos and concern over public safety.
The incident, which was captured on CCTV, involved 6-7 men appearing to be under the influence, and has been registered at the Boat Basin police station. The Sindh government has taken notice of the incident and instructed the police to take immediate action, with a focus on apprehending those responsible and addressing the issue of illegal arms in the province.
Sindh spokesperson Sadia Javed has vowed to take strict action against individuals possessing illegal arms, citing the ban on carrying arms under section 144. The police have already arrested five individuals linked to the assault, including two security guards, Ghous Bakhsh and Jalad Khan, from whom four advanced weapons were recovered. A total of seven weapons have been seized in connection with the incident.
The police are working closely with Balochistan authorities to apprehend Shahzain Marri, who is believed to have fled to Quetta. Operations are ongoing in the Defence Housing Authority to locate and capture the suspect. The case has been registered at the police station on the victim's complaint, and the authorities are committed to ensuring justice is served.
The incident has highlighted concerns over public safety and the need for effective law enforcement in Karachi. The police and provincial government are under pressure to demonstrate their ability to maintain order and protect citizens from such violent incidents, and the manhunt for Shahzain Marri is a critical step in this effort.
