A local cleric was killed and two others were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire within the limits of Pishtkhara police station on Friday, according to police officials.
The victim, identified as Maulvi Izzatullah, was travelling in a vehicle with his companions when the attackers targeted them. Police said the assailants managed to flee the scene immediately after the firing.
Rescue teams shifted the injured to a nearby hospital, while authorities launched a search operation in the area to trace the suspects.
Police added that initial investigations are underway and further details will be shared once available.
