Hangu shooting: Maulana Muhammad Younis killed, 10-year-old son injured

A local religious scholar, Maulana Muhammad Younis Darmand, was killed in a shooting by unidentified armed men in Hangu on Thursday, while his 10-year-old son was injured in the attack.

A local religious scholar, Maulana Muhammad Younis Darmand, was killed in a shooting by unidentified armed men in Hangu on Thursday, while his 10-year-old son was injured in the attack.

According to police, the incident took place in the Babu Tang area of Hangu when Maulana Muhammad Younis was returning home from a shop. The attackers allegedly opened fire on him near his residence, killing him at the scene.

His 10-year-old son, identified as Musa, was also wounded in the shooting. The child was shifted for medical treatment, while authorities continued their investigation into the attack.

Police reached the scene shortly after receiving information about the incident and cordoned off the area. Investigators collected evidence from the crime scene as part of efforts to determine how the attack occurred and identify those responsible.

SHO Fayyaz Khan said the body of Maulana Muhammad Younis was transferred to a hospital for a post-mortem examination. Meanwhile, the injured child was provided medical assistance.

Police have launched an investigation and are conducting a search operation to locate and arrest the unidentified suspects involved in the shooting.

The motive behind the attack has not yet been established. Authorities are expected to examine available evidence and other relevant information as the investigation progresses.

The incident has caused concern in the area, particularly because the attack occurred close to the victim’s home and resulted in the death of a local religious figure while his young son was also injured.

Police officials have not yet announced any arrests in connection with the case. Further details are expected as investigators continue gathering evidence and attempting to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The Hangu shooting incident adds to security concerns in the region, where authorities continue to investigate attacks involving unidentified armed individuals.