The city witnessed a spate of violent incidents resulting in multiple casualties, leaving the community shaken.
A man allegedly killed his aunt following a domestic dispute, while another confrontation led to the killing of two individuals, including a woman.
Additionally, two men and two women sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Police said a group of 22 individuals, including Fahad, Javed and others, stormed into the residence of their opponent, Ali Ahmed, in Chak 53/GB Sidhwan.
The motive behind the attack was reported to be a longstanding dispute.
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The assailants fired indiscriminately, resulting in the death of Ali Hassan, Ali Ahmed's son, and injuries to Muhammad Umar and his sister Saba.
The injured were promptly shifted to the hospital for medical attention.
Nishatabad police initiated raids to apprehend the accused.
Simultaneously, in 7/GB Nishatabad, another group of assailants opened fire, injuring Intezar, Madiha Yaseen, and Fozia, the wife of Naeem.
Tragically, Fozia Bibi succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment at Allied Hospital.
Published in The Express Tribune, January 21th, 2024.
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