A tragic incident in Faisalabad has left two young children dead after their grandfather allegedly attacked them at a family home. Police arrested the 60-year-old suspect, identified as Atta Muhammad, following the incident in the Mamu Kanjan area.
The incident reportedly took place at a house in Village 557, located on the outskirts of Faisalabad.
According to police, the suspect allegedly attacked his grandchildren after they failed to obey his orders.
The victims were identified as five-year-old Nabil and seven-year-old Adeel. Both children died following the alleged attack.
Mother and Grandmother Injured While Protecting Children
The violence also left the children’s mother and grandmother seriously injured. Police said both women attempted to protect the children during the attack. They sustained serious injuries while intervening.
The injured women were later shifted to a hospital for medical treatment.
Meanwhile, authorities took custody of the children’s bodies for legal formalities following the incident.
The case has since drawn police attention, with investigators beginning proceedings to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Suspect Arrested in Mamu Kanjan
Following directions from the Faisalabad City Police Officer, Mamu Kanjan police arrested the suspect.
Police transferred Atta Muhammad to the local police station after his arrest. Investigators are now continuing their inquiry into the incident.
According to police, further proceedings remain underway. Authorities will register a case after completing the initial legal procedures.
The investigation is expected to establish the sequence of events and determine the circumstances that led to the deaths.
Children’s Father Works in Dubai
Police also stated that the children’s father works as a tailor in Dubai.
The information emerged as authorities continued gathering details about the family and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
For now, police have arrested the grandfather and are proceeding with the investigation according to legal requirements.
Another Tragedy Recently Reported in Faisalabad
The latest incident comes only weeks after another fatal family tragedy in Faisalabad.
In that case, a man allegedly killed his six-year-old daughter, Dua Fatima, and two-year-old son, Muhammad Ahmed.
Police identified the accused as Asif and arrested him following the incident.
Authorities said the man was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when the deaths occurred.
The two incidents have brought renewed attention to violent incidents involving children in Faisalabad. However, investigators are still working to establish the facts surrounding the latest case.
