At least 12 government officials, including seven police personnel and five Punjab Food Authority (PFA) employees, were injured after a team conducting an operation against the sale of unsafe milk came under attack by local residents in Muzaffargarh on Tuesday, according to police.
The team was carrying out action against individuals allegedly involved in selling milk considered unfit for human consumption. Police said tensions escalated during the operation, resulting in an attack on the officials. Two station house officers (SHOs) were among the seven police personnel injured in the incident.
According to police, some personnel were also held hostage for a short period during the confrontation. Police teams from two stations reached the scene after receiving information from the Punjab Food Authority, but the operation turned violent as local residents allegedly attacked the government teams.
Following the incident, police registered two separate cases at City Police Station and Sadar Police Station in connection with the attack. The cases reportedly name 60 people, including 15 individuals specifically nominated in the complaints.
Police have arrested six suspects allegedly involved in the incident. Further legal proceedings are underway as investigators examine the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the reported attack on the officials.
The incident occurred during an operation aimed at addressing the sale of milk alleged to be unsafe for human consumption. The case highlights the challenges authorities can face while enforcing food safety regulations and taking action against suspected violations.
The investigation is continuing, and the allegations against the nominated individuals and arrested suspects will be subject to the relevant legal process.
