Contractor arrested for running over 15-year-old worker in Multan

A 15-year-old labourer was run over by a contractor following a minor dispute at a private housing society in Multan, leaving the teenager dead at the scene, 24NewsHD TV reported. 

According to the initial reports, the dispute arose when the contractor allegedly stopped the boy from going home.

During the argument, the teenager tried to flee, but the contractor allegedly drove his vehicle into him.

Rescue officials identified the victim as Waseem Abbas, a resident of Muzaffargarh who worked as an electrician.

He died at the scene due to the impact of the vehicle.

A video of the incident has also surfaced, reportedly showing the vehicle striking the teenager.

Police said the nominated suspect, identified as Tauqeer, had been arrested.

Police are conducting further inquiries to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the suspect’s role.