KARAK: Two brothers were targeted by unknown armed men in Ghunda Shahbaz Khan area of Karak tehsil, killing one on the spot and injuring the other who was shifted to hospital in critical condition.
Police sources said on Sunday that two brothers identified as Samiullah and Badam Khan, residents of Ghunda Shahbaz Khan, were going home from Sabirabad after shopping when they were targeted by some unidentified armed men on Ghunda Shahbaz Khan bus stop.
As a result of firing, Badam Khan was killed on the spot while his brother was injured critically. The wounded was shifted to a local hospital. Police registered FIR against unknown attackers and started investigations.
Meanwhile, a fire erupted in the hills near Nari and Dhand Eidalkhel areas, burning down precious trees and affecting the wildlife.
Local people informed Dawn on Sunday that the fire was erupted in the hills of Karat two days ago. However, they could not tell how it was caused, only saying they were unable to extinguish the flame due to lack of wherewithal. They said the fire was spreading fast to other areas.
They demanded of the quarters concerned to put out the blaze without delay to protect further destruction of precious trees and wildlife.
Published in Dawn October 24th, 2016
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