KARACHI (TNS) Karachi As New Year celebrations draw near, Station House Officer (SHO) Peerabad, Anis-ur-Rehman Sheikh, has expressed serious concern over the life-threatening practice of aerial firing during festivities across Karachi. Terming it a “deadly and unlawful act,” he warned that a single stray bullet fired in celebration could claim an innocent life.
Highlighting the risks associated with aerial firing, the SHO said that victims of celebratory gunfire are often unsuspecting citizens, including women and children, who suffer severe injuries or even lose their lives without ever knowing where the bullet came from. “It is not a celebration — it is a crime that turns joy into tragedy,” he stressed.
He appealed to citizens to refrain from indulging in aerial firing and urged families, elders, and community members to play a responsible role in discouraging such acts. The SHO further assured that strict security measures will be enforced in the area, with enhanced police patrolling to prevent unlawful activities. He reiterated that those found involved in aerial firing will face strict legal action without discrimination.
Calling for public cooperation, Anis-ur-Rehman Sheikh emphasized that celebrations should remain peaceful and safe. “People must understand that one reckless act can destroy a family forever. Remember: a bullet fired in joy can become a cause of someone’s death,” he added.
The SHO expressed hope that timely preventive measures and responsible public behavior would help protect lives and ensure a peaceful beginning to the New Year.
