Wasim Akram provided security after road rage shooting

Undeterred by the incident, the former pacer continues to lead the fast bowlers camp

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram was recently a part of a road rage incident which resulted in shots being fired at his car. In light of this happening, the pacer has been provided with special security to keep him safe while he travels between his home and the national stadium where he is currently holding a fast-bowlers camp.

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The security personnel include at least four fully armed paramilitary rangers, while the security at the stadium in Karachi has also been tightened, reported Press Trust of India.

"After the incident it was felt that because he is such a high profile figure he should be given security while coming and going from the stadium and conducting the camp," said a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official.

The incident, however, has not kept Wasim from going about business as usual as he continues to conduct the camp every day.

"My wife Shaneria and family have been a big encouragement and strength for me. They were worried after the incident but once they saw I was okay they were relieved.

"My wife told me that it is my country, my city and I should carry on with my work regardless of the incident," Wasim told reporters.

"My motto in life has always been “Jo Daqr Gaya Who Mar Gaya” so I am carrying on with my daily routine and I am satisfied with the way the police is investigating the case," he said.

The investigations have led to the arrest of one man named Aamir who is said to be involved in the shooting and is a security guard in a private company. The police are currently searching for Aamir’s accomplices who were in the car when the accident happened with Wasim’s car.

A police official said that the individual they had apprehended had initially hidden the vehicle used in the incident but it was later discovered by the authorities.

"It appears as if the main culprit has gone into hiding but he will be arrested soon," he said.

The 49 year-old former cricketer said that he was grateful for the support calls and messages he had received from fellow cricketers.

"Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, Andrew Flintoff, Imran Khan and others called me up and many have sent me messages of support.

It has just helped me get over the scary incident and continue with my work of working with the young fast bowlers," said Wasim.