ISLAMABAD: An independent candidate Rehan Zeb Khan was killed while four others sustained bullet injuries on Wednesday (31st of Jan, 2024) in a firing incident in the Siddiq Abad area of Bajaur.

According to details Rehan Zeb Khan, who was contesting from NA-8 Bajaur, was shot dead in a targeted attack during his election campaign, a private news channels reported.

He was shifted to AHQ Khar hospital in critical condition but succumbed to his wounds there.

Additionally, four other individuals sustained injuries as a result of indiscriminate firing carried out by unidentified individuals.

According to Police, the incident occurred at Siddiq Abad Gate, where the candidate was actively engaging with the public as part of his election campaign.

Law enforcement agencies, including the police, have launched an investigation into the incident.

The motive behind the attack and the identity of the perpetrators were yet to be determined.

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