Journalist shot and injured in Quetta
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 31 August 2019 | JP Staff Report
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Jamil Ahmed, a sub-editor with Daily Azadi, was shot in Quetta, leading to serious injuries. The motive for the attack is still unknown, prompting investigations.Summary
QUETTA —Unidentified armed men shot and injured Jamil Ahmed, a sub-editor with Daily Azadi, in Quetta on Friday. According to reports, the shooters attacked Ahmed as he was heading home, leaving him in critical condition. He was rushed to the local Trauma Center for urgent medical attention.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and no immediate claims of responsibility have been reported. The incident has sparked condemnation from journalists' unions, who have demanded a thorough investigation and the arrest of those responsible for the attack. The assault on Ahmed highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and security of journalists in the region.
Key Points
- Jamil Ahmed was shot by unidentified men in Quetta.
- He is in critical condition and was taken to a Trauma Center.
- No claims of responsibility have been made so far.
- The attack has drawn condemnation from journalists' unions.
- Concerns about journalist safety in the region are increasing.
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