Fake Death announcement of living person in Mianwali mosque prompts police action

Pakistani humour is known for its wit and satire, and it is known for having a charm of its own, but it’s the humour that can sometimes be misunderstood or taken in a way that causes harm or offence.

A bizarre yet comical event occurred in Mianwali, a city located northwest of Punjab province, where a fake death announcement of a living person prompted quick action from law enforcers.

The incident was reported in a mosque in Chhidru area of Mianwali. A death announcement of a teacher named Saifullah Khan was made at the Jamia Masjid Ali Khel.

Friends, family, and locals started visiting Saifullah's residence for condolences over the man’s demise. The reality of the incident emerged soon amid condolences, and it also angered Saifullah’s family.

The family members then approached the mosque's administration, who shared the phone number used to make the announcement. It turned out that the caller, pretending to be a cousin of Saifullah, requested the mosque to announce the death.

The enraged family members then approached local police to file a complaint. The police started a probe and held the individual who had made the false announcement, and investigations also revealed some other accomplices.

Speaking with Daily Pakistan, Saifullah Khan confirmed the incident, saying police agreed to take action against the person who had used the mobile phone for the false announcement.

However, he withdrew the complaint, as the perpetrator's family contacted him and asked for forgiveness.