Hafizabad DPO changed after ‘row with MPA’s son over office toilet use’ (opens original article in a new tab)

A police officer was removed from his post after a dispute with the son of a ruling party MPA over toilet use in the DPO's office, leading to political intervention and social media controversy.

• Hafizabad DPO Kamran Hamid was removed from his post after a dispute with the son of PML-N MPA Shahid Bhatti over toilet use in the DPO's office
• The conflict escalated after the MPA's son used the retiring room without permission, leading to a verbal exchange and subsequent complaints to the Punjab IGP
• The Punjab Chief Minister ordered the transfer of Kamran Hamid following an inquiry by the IGP, who found the DPO's explanation unsatisfactory
• A social media post by a Tarar family member taunted the DPO after his transfer, highlighting the political tensions involved
• Senior police officers reportedly defended Kamran Hamid and requested a better posting for the officer's dignity