Conflicting accounts from sub-inspector and accused’s parents trigger formal investigation
A late-night police check at the Defense Housing Authority escalated into a high-profile confrontation involving the son of a senior police officer and a police sub-inspector, triggering an arrest, viral videos and a formal investigation into the incident.
The events occurred during the night from Thursday to Friday.
The clash occurred during a Phase VII snap check, during which police stopped a dual-cab vehicle fitted with police-style lights and an allegedly fake number plate. What followed was a heated exchange between the driver – later identified as Khubaib, son of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Naseem Ara Panhwar – and sub-inspector Shahzaib Shakeel, in-charge of Qayyumabad police station.
In videos recorded by both sides, the situation quickly escalated. Police footage shows the officer accusing the young man of swearing and grabbing his collar, while repeatedly warning him to remain respectful.
Another clip, filmed by the driver, shows the officer retorting: “What’s so special about being the son of an SSP? I’m one too”, as tensions rise.
Police later registered a complaint and arrested Khubaib for obstructing duty, impersonation and using a fake number plate, along with allegations of misconduct and physical confrontation. Authorities said the vehicle was carrying unauthorized police equipment, including tinted windows and official-style lights.
According to the first information report, the suspect refused to identify himself, claimed his mother was a superior officer and ordered the armed guards who accompanied him to push the officer away. The complainant further alleged that while attempting to detain him, the suspect grabbed his collar, used abusive language and fled the scene with his guards.
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However, the suspect’s father, Ali Anwar, presented a very different account. Speaking to reporters, he said that after the incident, he and his wife went to the police station, where the officer in question apologized. He said the family cooperated fully by handing him the vehicle, but claimed the situation changed drastically after the video went viral.
Police officials confirmed that an investigation was ordered by the Southern SSP, which appointed Clifton Superintendent of Police Khalid Javed as the investigator. The investigation will examine the conduct of all parties, including the actions of the officers involved.
