Notorious gangster Teefi Butt, the main suspect in the Ameer Balaj murder case, was shot dead by his own associates on the outskirts of Rahim Yar Khan on Saturday morning, police sources confirmed.
Teefi Butt, whose real name was Khwaja Tareef, had been arrested in Dubai with Interpol’s help and brought back to Pakistan for investigation. He was being transported to Lahore for further questioning when the incident occurred.
According to police, two close associates attacked the police convoy on Ahmedpur Lama Road. They opened fire, killing Teefi Butt instantly. The assailants managed to escape before law enforcement could respond.
Teefi Butt was considered one of Lahore’s most influential underworld figures. He was reportedly involved in land grabbing, extortion, and illegal weapons possession. For years, he had operated through a loyal network of gang members and remained a wanted criminal across Punjab.
Officials say that the death of Teefi Butt is a significant blow to urban mafia networks in Punjab. His removal could disrupt organized crime operations in major cities of the province.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges in tackling organized crime and the risks faced by law enforcement when transporting high-profile criminals. Teefi Butt’s death may also trigger internal conflicts within criminal groups previously under his influence.
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Police are continuing investigations into the attack and searching for the suspects who carried out the ambush. Authorities have assured that strong action will be taken against the culprits once they are apprehended.
Teefi Butt’s killing marks a major development in Punjab’s fight against organized crime. Law enforcement officials believe it may reduce criminal activities led by mafia networks in the near future.
