ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: The unexplained death of ASP Adeel Akbar, who was serving as Superintendent of Police (SP) Industrial Area Zone, has sparked widespread concern and prompted the Islamabad Police to form a high-level committee to investigate the case.
The committee, led by DIG (Headquarters) Haroon Joya and including DIG Operations Jawad Tariq and DIG Security Atiq Tahir, has been tasked to present its findings within 48 hours. The move follows intense speculation over whether the incident was accidental, self-inflicted, or involved foul play.
ASP Akbar was discovered dead inside his official vehicle near the Serena Hotel underpass, with a bullet wound to his forehead. According to reports, his driver and operator heard a gunshot before finding him motionless in the car. Forensic teams from the Punjab Forensic Science Agency collected crucial evidence, including his weapon, phone, and CCTV footage from nearby areas.
Sources reveal that the late officer had only recently been transferred from Balochistan and had reportedly shared concerns regarding his safety. Just before the incident, he was said to be actively engaged in a conversation about work with a Pakistan Administrative Service officer, suggesting he was not under visible distress.
Preliminary observations point to the possibility of an accidental discharge from his submachine gun (SMG), yet investigators are treating the case with caution. The wound’s unusual angle, the absence of immediate case classification, and the sensitive nature of the officer’s posting have all contributed to growing suspicion.
As authorities await the committee’s official report, the tragic event has reignited debate over police welfare, operational stress, and the need for better internal accountability mechanisms. The law enforcement community and the public alike now look toward a transparent and conclusive investigation.
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