LAHORE:A two-year-old boy died and a three-year-old was left in a critical condition after allegedly consuming contaminated milk in Nishtar Colony, police said on Wednesday. According to a spokesperson for DIG Operations, the children’s father had purchased milk from a local shop. Their condition deteriorated after they consumed it, and they were shifted to the General Hospital for treatment.
The deceased was identified as Faizan, while Zain Ali was being treated in a critical condition. The spokesperson said Nishtar Colony police acted promptly after receiving information about the incident and arrested the shopkeeper who had sold the milk. The children’s father suspected that a poisonous substance had been mixed into the milk. However, the presence of any toxic substance would be determined through medical and forensic reports, the spokesperson added.
Deputy Inspector General Operations Faisal Kamran said the arrested shopkeeper was being questioned and all aspects of the incident were being investigated. He said a thorough inquiry would be conducted and legal action taken against those found responsible.