Viral video shows eight individuals walking on embers to prove innocence

MUSAKHEL: In a shocking incident, eight individuals were made to walk over burning embers in Musa Khel, reportedly over suspicion of theft. The harrowing act was captured on video, which has now gone viral on social media, ARY News reported.

According to reports, the ritual was conducted in accordance with tribal customs, and all eight participants were later declared innocent. Local elders, however, accused shepherd Gulam Mohammad Nandani of leading the ritual.

Authorities said the matter was reported to government institutions, but no action has yet been taken, highlighting official silence on the incident.

The viral video shows the individuals walking barefoot across red-hot embers, sparking outrage online.

Tribal leaders maintain that the ritual is part of customary practices, but the public reaction has raised questions about the legality and safety of such traditions.

Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and officials have yet to comment on any potential disciplinary or legal measures.

Earlier, a police constable was suspended after a video went viral showing him thrashing an allegedly intoxicated woman in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA).

The incident took place on Saba Avenue, where an intoxicated woman was creating a disturbance in the middle of the road, yelling, screaming, and obstructing traffic.

A Darakhshan police station’s patrol van reached the spot to remove her from the road. However, an altercation broke out between the woman and Constable Nadeem, during which both slapped each other. The cop then forcibly dragged her off the road.

The video quickly spread online, sparking criticism over the police’s manhandling of the woman. Citizens questioned why female police officers were not called to manage the matter.

Following the public outcry, police authorities suspended Constable Nadeem. The woman was shifted to the police station for legal proceedings, and her medical test was conducted. Police said further investigation is underway.