Highway Police Inspector Arrested in Hyderabad for Opening Fire During Quarrel

HYDERABAD: A Sindh Police Highway Patrol (SPHP) inspector has been arrested following an incident where he allegedly opened fire during a quarrel, injuring three individuals in the Paretabad area of Hyderabad. The inspector, identified as Irshad Fakhruddin, reportedly fired shots after a minor dispute, leading to critical injuries for one of the victims.

According to family members, Irshad Fakhruddin was in critical condition after being shot. His brother, Mohammad Waqas, filed a first information report (FIR) at the Pinyari police station, detailing the incident. The other two injured men, Afaq Ishaq and Kamran Babu, were bystanders caught in the crossfire. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shahzeb Chachar confirmed the arrest of the inspector, who was stationed in the Jamshoro district, along with two of his gunmen mentioned in the FIR.

This incident raises serious concerns regarding the conduct of law enforcement officials and their use of firearms in civilian disputes. The community is calling for accountability and a thorough investigation into the actions of the highway patrol inspector, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations governing police conduct.

Authorities are expected to conduct a detailed investigation into the incident, with potential implications for police oversight and community relations. The case will likely be monitored closely by local and provincial authorities as it unfolds.