A man was killed by a private security guard in the North Nazimabad area of Karachi, according to the police. The victim, Waleed Khan, was the son of Arif Shamim Khan and lived in Federal B Area, Block 10.

 

Police said Waleed had visited his sister’s home for an iftar gathering, where he reportedly got into a verbal argument with the security guard. During the dispute, the security guard, identified as Wakeel Ahmed, fired multiple shots at Waleed, hitting him three times.

 

Waleed was taken to a nearby hospital where he died from his injuries.

 

Authorities said Wakeel Ahmed was arrested at the scene, and the firearm used in the shooting was recovered. A case has been registered,  investigations are ongoing and legal proceedings will follow in accordance with the law.

 

Officials highlighted the swift action by North Nazimabad police, which led to the immediate arrest of the suspect and seizure of the weapon.