The tragic recovery of 7-year-old Sarim’s body from a water tank in North Karachi has left the community in shock and anger. Missing for 11 days, Sarim’s lifeless body was found near his home, raising questions about the circumstances of his death.
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Pakistan MPA Abdul Waseem visited the scene but faced strong backlash from grieving relatives and local residents. Many, especially women, accused him of using the tragedy for political gain. Amid the heated confrontation, Waseem was forced to leave as residents expressed their frustration.
“Our child has died, and you are here for political benefits,” some women were reported to have said.
The grieving family and neighbors suspect foul play, pointing fingers at the apartment’s union officials for possible involvement in Sarim’s death. They also voiced their disappointment in the police, accusing them of wasting valuable time raiding relatives’ homes instead of thoroughly searching the apartment complex where the boy was eventually found.
This tragic incident highlights community mistrust and the urgent need for improved law enforcement and accountability in such cases.