Businessman shot dead during car theft attempt

Aprominent businessman, Mian Rehan Ashraf, was allegedly shot dead during an attempted car theft in the jurisdiction of Saddar Police Station, while City Police Officer (CPO) Tanveer Hussain directed police to ensure the prompt arrest of those involved. According to police, unidentified assailants opened fire on Mian Rehan Ashraf, son of Muhammad Ashraf and a resident of Gulshanabad, Faisalabad, during an alleged car theft attempt before fleeing the scene. Saddar Police registered a case and launched an investigation to determine the circumstances of the incident and identify the suspects. Taking notice of the killing, CPO Tanveer Hussain sought a report from SP Iqbal Division Saeed Ahmed and ordered the formation of special teams under his supervision to trace and arrest the suspects. Investigation teams were examining available evidence and pursuing leads, while Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA) personnel collected forensic evidence from the crime scene.