At least 23 people were killed in Balochistan’s Musakhel district on Monday when armed men targeted passengers from Punjab province. The attackers blocked the inter-provincial highway, forced passengers off trucks and buses, checked their identities, and then shot them dead. The armed men also set fire to 10 vehicles.
Victims from Punjab Province
The victims were from Punjab province, according to Musakhail Assistant Commissioner Najeeb Kakar. Emergency services, including police and Levies officials, were deployed to transport the bodies to the hospital.
Condemnation and Vow for Justice
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti condemned the attack as a terrorist act. He offered condolences to the victims’ families and vowed that the Balochistan government would pursue the terrorists and their accomplices to ensure they face justice.
The tragic incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Balochistan and the need for concerted efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region. The authorities must investigate the attack thoroughly and bring the perpetrators to justice to prevent such heinous acts from occurring in the future.
