An entire village in Goth Muhammad Siddiq Arain was reportedly targeted in a violent attack linked to an arranged marriage, as armed men set dozens of houses on fire and opened fire using modern weapons.
According to initial reports, the incident left multiple homes reduced to ashes, causing widespread panic and destruction in the area. Further details suggest the violence may have stemmed from tensions related to a court marriage arranged in Hyderabad.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. The married couple has appealed to higher authorities for justice, stating that they contracted their marriage in a court in Hyderabad. They said they have not kidnapped anyone, nor have they stolen any gold or other valuables.
The newlywed bride said that she has not been kidnapped and is not under any threat, adding that her family has falsely accused her of being underage. Police have confirmed that a case has been registered against 30 members of the Channa community for allegedly burning the village.
According to SSP Jacobabad, Faizan Ali, initial investigations suggest that a couple from village Siddiq Arain and village Ghazi Khan Channa had a court marriage in Hyderabad. After this, the accused allegedly set the village on fire.
Police conducted raids at various locations and arrested five suspects. A case has been registered under anti-terrorism provisions against 12 nominated and 20 unidentified accused. A special team has been formed to arrest the remaining suspects and continue the investigation.
Despite several days passing, the affected families remain deeply concerned as not all of the accused have been arrested. This arson incident has left dozens of families homeless, forcing them to live under the open sky in the scorching heat.
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