A man and his son were electrocuted while cleaning a swimming pool in the Quaidabad area of Sargodha on Tuesday. According to a police spokesperson, Abdul Sattar (45) and his son Muhammad Subhan came into contact with live wiring from a water pump during cleaning work. Both victims died on the spot.
Rescue 1122 personnel and police arrived at the scene and transported the bodies to a hospital for post-mortem and medico-legal formalities. Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the incident.
Teenage Girl Shot Dead Over Refusal to Marry
In a separate incident, a teenage girl was shot dead for refusing a marriage proposal. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects. Further details are awaited.
Three Killed in Dumper-Motorcycle Collision
Three people, including two women, died when a speeding dumper truck hit a motorcycle near Langar Wala Bridge in the jurisdiction of Sahiwal police station on Tuesday. Police identified the deceased as Kaneez Fatima (50), Umm-e-Kalsoom (33), and Kamran (20). The victims were traveling to Sargodha on a motorcycle when the dumper struck them. All three died at the scene. Rescue 1122 and police shifted the bodies to a hospital for medico-legal formalities. An investigation is underway.
Man Shot Dead Over Old Dispute in Midh Ranjha
A man was shot dead allegedly over an old dispute in the Midh Ranjha area on Tuesday. A police spokesperson identified the deceased as Nazar Muhammad, a resident of Mouza Badeen. The victim had a prior altercation with some villagers, and unidentified armed men opened fire on him, killing him instantly. Police and Rescue 1122 teams arrived, moved the body to a hospital, and initiated an investigation.
Job Centre and Co-Working Space to Launch in Jhelum
In development news, a job centre and co-working space are set to be launched in Jhelum, aiming to provide employment opportunities and collaborative workspaces for the community.
