Man shot dead over domestic dispute in Islamabad

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An undated image of a pistol. — Reuters/File
An undated image of a pistol. — Reuters/File

ISLAMABAD: A man was shot dead allegedly by his cousin following a domestic dispute within the jurisdiction of Industrial Area police station, police said on Sunday.

The victim was identified as Khalid Azam. According to police, he sustained bullet injuries when the suspect opened fire at him during a quarrel.

The body was shifted to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) for medico-legal formalities.

According to the police, the victim and the suspect were maternal cousins. Further investigation into the incident is under way.

Published in Dawn, November 9th, 2026

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