A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) officer was martyred after intervening to protect a woman during an alleged abduction attempt on Islamabad’s Ninth Avenue, police said on Sunday. The PAF officer martyred incident occurred when the officer tried to rescue the woman from the suspect.
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According to police, Group Captain Asim Tariq was travelling along Ninth Avenue when he noticed a woman getting off a motorcycle while the rider was allegedly pulling her by the hand. Seeing the situation, he turned back and stopped near the motorcycle to protect the woman.
Police said the woman immediately ran to the other side of Group Captain Tariq’s vehicle after he intervened. The suspect, identified as Saad, then reportedly argued with the PAF officer before opening fire.
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Group Captain Asim Tariq sustained critical injuries in the shooting and later succumbed to his injuries. The suspect fled the scene immediately after the attack, prompting police to launch a search operation.
According to the woman’s statement, the suspect was her office colleague who had offered to take her to work. She alleged that he changed the route and attempted to take her to another location against her will.
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The woman told investigators that a struggle broke out after she resisted the suspect’s actions. She said Group Captain Tariq intervened at the right moment, preventing the suspect from taking her away and ensuring her safety.
Police said law enforcement agencies are conducting raids to arrest the suspect and bring him before the court. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence while examining all aspects of the case.
The martyred officer is survived by his widow, a daughter and a son, according to police officials.
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Following the incident, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed condolences to the bereaved family and sought a detailed report from the Islamabad Inspector General of Police.
The minister directed law enforcement authorities to ensure the immediate arrest of the suspect and said every possible effort should be made to provide justice to the family of the martyred PAF officer.
