The much-publicised case against Salman Farooqui, stemming from a viral altercation in Karachi’s DHA, has officially been closed by local authorities after the complainant chose not to pursue legal action.
The incident, which took place in the Ittehad Commercial area last month, saw Farooqui physically assault a young motorcyclist, Dheeraj alias Dhanraj, in the presence of the victim’s sisters. The disturbing footage triggered widespread anger across social media, prompting the police to register a formal complaint and launch an investigation.
Affidavit Ends Prosecution in Case Against Salman Farooqui
During a recent hearing at the South Judicial Magistrate’s Court, the Gizri Police submitted a “C-Class” report, confirming that the case against Salman Farooqui was no longer prosecutable. The report followed a signed affidavit by the complainant, who declared he did not wish to proceed with the case. He further stated that neither he nor his sister experienced any misconduct from the accused.
The court accepted the report into record and adjourned the matter, effectively ending the legal process.
Farooqui had initially been arrested for criminal intimidation and threats following the altercation on Khayaban-e-Ittehad, where his violent reaction over a traffic issue was caught on camera. Co-accused Owais Hashmi had also been named in the original FIR.
The retraction of the complaint and the dismissal of charges have closed the chapter, legally, if not in public memory, for now. Many online users continue to debate whether public figures and powerful individuals are being held accountable, especially when viral evidence exists but justice appears negotiable.
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