Boy Shot Dead Over Roti Payment Dispute in Lahore

News Desk

LAHORE: A 16-year-old boy was shot dead by armed suspects in Lahore’s Sanda area following a dispute over the payment for rotis at a local tandoor, police said.

According to police officials, a suspect identified as Irfan visited the tandoor to purchase rotis but allegedly paid less than the required amount. When Faizan, the 16-year-old boy working at the shop, objected to the short payment, the suspect reportedly returned with armed accomplices and opened fire.

The shooting left Faizan dead at the scene. CCTV footage of the incident has also emerged.

Police have registered a case against six suspects, including Hasnain, Irfan and Bhola, along with three unidentified individuals.

Authorities said efforts were underway to identify and arrest the suspects with the help of CCTV footage as the investigation continues.