Podcast clip of ASP Shehrbano goes viral, sparks debate on social media

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LAHORE (Web Desk) – A short clip from a podcast featuring ASP Shehrbano Naqvi has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention and mixed reactions from users.

کسی مہذب معاشرے میں ایک پولیس افسر یہ ناٹک کرتی تو اُسے نا صرف برطرف کیا جاتا بلکہ جیل ہو جاتی ! ایک گھنٹے میں FIR نہیں لکھی جاتی اس نے نا صرف قاتل پکڑ لیا وجہ قتل اور ساری کہانی میڈیا پر بتا دی عدالتیں جس کام میں سالوں لگا دیتی ہیں اس نے ایک گھنٹے میں کر دیا ۔۔ واہ دی دی واہ pic.twitter.com/1loxSxQGWV

— AliZai Vlogs (@alizaihere) December 21, 2025

In the clip, ASP Shehrbano is seen engaged in a serious discussion when she suddenly receives a phone call and politely leaves the interview midway, saying that a murder incident has been reported and she needs to respond immediately. The podcast, uploaded on a popular YouTube channel, briefly goes off-air and resumes after about an hour, with ASP Shehrbano returning to continue the conversation from where it had paused.

Upon her return, the host appreciates her professional commitment and asks what happened during the break. ASP Shehrbano briefly mentions that it was related to a murder case. Later in the discussion, she outlines the incident, stating that the crime took place in the Defence area over a financial dispute between two friends.

According to her account, the suspect allegedly killed his friend and held the victim’s family hostage before being identified and taken into custody by the police.

Although this segment appeared only briefly in the full interview, it quickly became the most shared part of the podcast online. The viral clip triggered a wave of commentary, with some users responding humorously, while others raised questions about the speed and presentation of the events discussed in the video.

At the same time, several social media users came forward in support of ASP Shehrbano, praising her for prioritising official duty over a personal engagement. They noted that her decision to leave the podcast immediately reflected professional responsibility and commitment to public service.

jitni der mai Sheharbano Naqvi nay podcast mai baith kr murder case solve krdia hai muj sy to physics ka aik numerical solve na hota..

— Noman Masood (@nomi_ism) December 22, 2025

So far, no official statement or clarification has been issued by ASP Shehrbano Naqvi regarding the viral clip. However, the episode has fueled a broader discussion online about how sensitive incidents are portrayed in digital content and the responsibilities associated with presenting such material to the public.