PPP leader's security guards brutally beat youth in Karachi

In a disturbing incident, a young boy in Karachi was brutally beaten by the private security guards of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Aijaz Hussain Jakhrani, sources said on Tuesday.

CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced, showing the victim being attacked from behind and repeatedly beaten by multiple guards.

According to police, a case of assault has been registered at the Darakhshan Police Station, including charges of attempted murder and torture.

In the FIR, the victim claimed that the attack was carried out by Haris Jakhrani, son of a former PPP lawmaker.

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The police have confirmed that an investigation into the incident is underway, and efforts are being made to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

The victim was attacked outside a gym in the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase 5 area of the port city.

Following the torture, the youth was shifted to a private hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.