KOHAT: Seven people were killed and one injured in Kohat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, after unknown gunmen opened fire in the Regi Shinokhail area on the outskirts of the district.
According to media reports, the attackers fled the scene immediately after the shooting, leaving locals in shock and fear.
The bodies have been transferred to the DHQ Hospital, while police have launched a detailed investigation into the incident. Authorities are reviewing security footage and gathering eyewitness accounts to identify the perpetrators.
Residents of the area have expressed deep concern over rising violence and urged the authorities to take immediate measures to ensure public safety. Law enforcement agencies have increased patrolling in surrounding areas to prevent further incidents.
Officials emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and promised that those responsible for the attack would be brought to justice. The incident has once again highlighted the urgent need for enhanced security in vulnerable regions.
