A tragic incident occurred in Mirpur Khas, where 49-year-old Shafiqur Rahman succumbed to his injuries today after a long 19-day struggle following an alleged acid attack. This incident has left the family devastated, and demands for justice are echoing throughout the community.
A resident of Gulshan Colony, Rahman was allegedly attacked while sleeping outside due to extreme heat. This attack, reportedly linked to a long-standing domestic dispute, has raised serious concerns about internal family tensions and their violent manifestations.
According to the deceased’s brother, Abdul Rahman Azad, this tragedy is connected to a conflict that occurred between Rahman’s nephews’ wives and their mother-in-law, Amna Bibi. The family tension escalated when the nephews’ father, Abdul Ghaffar Qureshi, allegedly threatened to intervene.
The family claims that they have CCTV footage of the attack and suspect Qureshi’s involvement. Despite this evidence, they allege that local law enforcement agencies are acting slowly, adding to their distress.
Rahman’s wife has expressed her frustration over the police’s lack of interest and has called on higher authorities, including the Chief Minister and IG Sindh, to ensure a thorough investigation and swift justice.
Medical documents reveal that Rahman was sent for immediate treatment due to severe burns, but he passed away after nearly three weeks of suffering. Now the community is watching closely as the family demands accountability and justice for their irreparable loss.