Realtor allegedly commits suicide in Rawalpindi

Nephew says Arshad Jamal had financial dispute involving Rs300m with another businessman

RAWALPINDI:

A property dealer in Rawalpindi has reportedly taken his own life by shooting himself in a private housing society.

The circulation of his suicide video has brought attention to the case, prompting a police investigation.

The video footage depicts the dealer, sitting in the office of another property dealer within the housing society, inquiring about a particular individual to an office boy. Upon receiving an unsatisfactory response regarding the person's whereabouts, the dealer abruptly retrieves a pistol from his bag, places it against his temple, and fires, resulting in his immediate demise. The office boy, visibly distressed by the unfolding events, is seen hastily walking towards the office door with a backward step.

Upon receiving the news, the local police, under the supervision of Rawat police station SHO Muhammad Zulfiqar, gathered evidence and transferred the deceased to a medical facility. SHO Rawat has confirmed that a preliminary report has been initiated based on statements from Gulfam Shehzad, the nephew of the deceased identified as Arshad Jamal.

According to the nephew's statement, Arshad Jamal had contacted him before the incident, mentioning a financial dispute with Sheikh Tayyab amounting to Rs300 million. Allegedly, Arshad Jamal held Sheikh Tayyab accountable for any resulting harm or financial loss.

SHO Rawat indicated that investigative measures are underway, with the opposing party denying any such dispute. Nevertheless, a preliminary report has been lodged, and the ongoing investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this tragic event, he said.

Published in The Express Tribune, April 29^th, 2024.