Rabia Ahsan husband accused of accidental shooting
Police in Rawalpindi say they have completed their probe into the death of TV anchor Rabia Ahsan after her brother withdrew a murder case.
Brother withdraws initial complaint
The deceased anchor's brother, Khurram, stated on Monday that he was withdrawing the FIR registered at Saddar Bairooni Police Station. He declared the incident was an accident involving his sister-in-law and husband Ahsan rather than a deliberate killing attempt. His family members including two nieces and a servant were present at the house when the shooting occurred. The brother told a private channel that no fight or scuffle existed between the couple before the fatal discharge of the weapon.
Police complete investigation details
A senior police officer confirmed to Dawn that the investigation is finished and the accused has been arrested. Officers recovered an unlicensed pistol from the husband which he bought from Hayatabad without proper documentation. The gunshot wound was located below the neck with no blackening marks indicating a close-range shot. Police sources noted the couple had been married for sixteen years and possessed two daughters together.
Court decides on withdrawal
The senior officer explained that only a trial court can decide if the complainant's request to withdraw the case is valid. The police filed charges under Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code and Section 13-2(a) regarding illegal weapon possession. Forensic examinations of the couple's mobile phones are scheduled as part of the ongoing legal process. The accused maintains he fired the gun accidentally while pointing it at his wife.
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