FAISALABAD/LAHORE: The body of 65-year-old Abdul Rehman, a renowned bookshop owner and publisher from Lahore, was discovered in a canal in Satiana Bungalow near Faisalabad following his mysterious disappearance and suspected abduction.
The police, who have taken the body into custody, have initiated an investigation into the incident based on statements from the family.
According to initial police reports, Abdul Rehman was kidnapped from the Nishtar Colony area in Lahore. He was last seen leaving his home at 5:50 am on July 10, as captured by CCTV footage, after which his whereabouts became unknown. Despite immediate search efforts, no information was found until the tragic discovery of his body.
Various personal items belonging to Abdul Rehman, including his shoes, were recovered near the crime scene. These items, along with other evidence collected, suggest that Abdul Rehman was murdered shortly after being abducted, with his body being thrown into the canal.
The police are operating on the theory that the abduction led to his death and are working to apprehend those responsible.
A case of kidnapping against unidentified perpetrators had been officially registered at the Nishtar Colony police station.
Police officers have stated that the investigation is being conducted with the help of more CCTV footage and other digital evidence. They are hopeful that these efforts will soon lead to the identification and arrest of the culprits.
Statements from Abdul Rehman’s family have been recorded, providing potential leads and guiding the police investigation. The family is cooperating fully with authorities, eager for justice to be served.
Abdul Rehman was a well-known figure in the local community, respected for his contributions to the literary world through his bookshop. His sudden and tragic demise has left the community in shock and mourning, with many calling for swift justice.
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