A tragic incident unfolded in Karachi as gunfire erupted outside a mosque in the Golimar area, resulting in the death of a businessman following a ‘minor dispute’. The altercation began when a trader named Abbas accidentally collided with a policeman named Mustafa while exiting the mosque after prayers. What started as a simple shoulder bump quickly escalated into a violent confrontation, culminating in gunfire that claimed the life of Abbas and left two others, identified as Sher Asad and Abid, injured.
Iinjured were promptly rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention, but Abbas tragically succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Law enforcement swiftly responded to the incident, apprehending the primary suspect along with five others allegedly involved in the altercation. A pistol, believed to be the weapon used in the shooting, was recovered from the suspect.
The incident underscores the need for de-escalation and peaceful conflict resolution, especially in public spaces like mosques. The authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the motive behind the shooting and ensure that justice is served.
