KARACHI – Police have decided to book people under attempted murder charges if they found involved in aerial firing on upcoming New Year’s Eve.
Additional IG Karachi, Javed Alam Odho, made the announcement in order to avoid loss of lives in celebratory firing by people.
He said more than 38 people were injured due to aerial firing, and such actions will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
He further stated that anyone who witnesses aerial firing should report it, and the police will file a case on behalf of the government. He added that it would be ensure that the suspects do not get bail in the case.
He also emphasized that there is an accountability system in the police force, and no officer or personnel will be allowed to abuse their powers.
Javed Alam Odho highlighted street crime has decreased by 24 percent, and incidents of motorcycle and car theft have also reduced.
He said over 3,800 bike and car thieves were arrested, and more than 2,700 FIR challans have been submitted in courts.
