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Man Shot Dead in Islamabad Police Encounter After Killing Wife Daughter

Man Shot Dead in Islamabad Police Encounter After Killing Wife Daughter

Man Killed in Police Encounter After Allegedly Killing Wife and Daughter

ISLAMABAD – A man suspected of killing four people, including his wife and daughter, was shot dead in a police encounter after a brief chase, officials said.

According to SP Cantt Captain (R) Qazi Ali Raza, the suspect, identified as Imran, also known as Mani, reportedly committed the murders a few days ago in the jurisdiction of Hayer Police Station. Following the killings, he called the police helpline 15 to confess and then fled the scene. Authorities said Imran was a drug addict and involved in drug trafficking.

Acting on a tip-off, Hayder police raided the Raja Bhola area to arrest him. When confronted, Imran and his accomplices opened fire in an attempt to escape. Police returned fire, killing Imran on the spot, while his accomplices managed to flee.

Officials said weapons were recovered from the suspect’s possession.

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