Samanabad Police Apprehend Suspect Wanted in Child Assault Case in Injured Condition After Alleged Encounter

FAISALABAD: November 13, 2026 (Digital Itla) — Samanabad Police have apprehended a suspect wanted in a child sexual assault case in an injured condition following an alleged police encounter, while his accomplices managed to flee the scene.

According to police officials, the injured suspect, identified as Salman, was wanted in FIR No. 908/26 registered at Samanabad Police Station for the assault of a minor. Acting on a tip-off, SHO Samanabad Sub-Inspector Shahid Pannu led a raiding team to arrest the accused, during which Salman and his accomplices opened fire on the police party. In the ensuing exchange of fire, Salman sustained injuries and was taken into custody, whereas his associates escaped from the spot.

Police shifted the injured suspect to a hospital for medical treatment and registered a separate case against him and his fleeing accomplices under sections pertaining to attempted murder and resisting law enforcement, initiating raids to trace and arrest the absconders.