RAWALPINDI: A bride was arrested after allegedly firing a gun during her wedding ceremony in the Gohra area of Rawalpindi, police said on Thursday, in an incident that disrupted the celebrations and sparked panic among guests.
According to officials, the เคเคเคจเคพ occurred within the jurisdiction of Mandra Police Station when the bride, dressed in her wedding attire, reportedly discharged a 30-bore pistol into the air. The act caused alarm among attendees, prompting authorities to respond swiftly after receiving information.
Meanwhile, a video of the incident circulated widely on social media, drawing public attention and criticism. Law enforcement officials reached the venue shortly after and launched an operation to apprehend those involved.
Police confirmed that the groom, identified as Shehryar Ali, managed to flee the scene before officers arrived. However, authorities arrested the bride following a brief chase and took her into custody for further legal proceedings.
Subsequently, officials registered a case under relevant provisions of the Pakistan Penal Code and Arms Act on the complaint of Assistant Sub-Inspector Waseem Akhtar. Investigators also recovered the weapon used in the firing and sent it for forensic examination.
Furthermore, police have initiated a search operation to locate and arrest the groom, who remains at large. Authorities stated that efforts are ongoing to determine whether others were involved or facilitated the incident.
Officials reiterated that aerial firing remains a serious offence due to the risk it poses to public safety. They urged citizens to avoid such practices and to report violations promptly.
Overall, the incident highlights continued concerns over celebratory gunfire, despite repeated warnings and legal action by authorities across the region.
