Staff Reporter:
Quetta: A fresh wave of violence struck Quetta on Tuesday evening when unidentified gunmen opened fire on Sariab Road, killing three young men and injuring two others, police officials confirmed.
According to initial reports, the victims who lost their lives were identified as Haroon, Ghafoor, and Naseebullah. Two injured individuals, Abdul Hafeez and Jameel, were rushed to Civil Hospital Quetta, where doctors are providing emergency care.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos and fear as gunfire erupted in the busy locality, forcing residents and passersby to flee for safety. Panic quickly spread across the area in the aftermath of the attack, highlighting the vulnerability felt by ordinary citizens in the city.
Law enforcement personnel arrived shortly after the incident, secured the area, and began gathering forensic evidence. A case has been registered against unidentified suspects, while efforts are underway to trace and apprehend those responsible. Authorities said the motive behind the attack remains unclear at this stage.
The incident comes amid growing concerns over public safety in Quetta, as it follows closely on the heels of another deadly shooting just two days earlier in the Hazar Ganji area, where three individuals from the Hazara community were killed. The back-to-back incidents have deepened anxiety among residents and renewed calls for stronger security measures.
Local residents and community representatives have urged authorities to act swiftly, stressing the need for effective policing and intelligence efforts. The latest attack serves as a grim reminder of the persistent security challenges facing the provincial capital.
