PESHAWAR: A man, who had allegedly made his daughter hostage in a room after killing a neighbour was shot dead during an encounter in Kaga Wala village, officials said on Monday.An official said that one Sher Akbar, who was a drug addict, allegedly killed Imran over a petty issue and locked himself up in a room by taking his minor daughter Iqra hostage. The official alleged the accused opened fire on the police party. However, he was killed when the cops retaliated. His daughter was safely recovered.
Reports indicate that they tried to breach one of gates, harassed staff, and even scaled walls of premises
Nasir praised role of Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, who controlled situation with tolerance
A fierce exchange of fire ensued, but culprits managed to escape under cover of darkness
Police said booked leaders and BYC workers gathered at main Turbat Chowk
Mobile internet outages became common fixtures during protests by PTI since Imran was ousted in 2022
Bokhari emphasised that cases have been registered against "Fasadis", and no one will be spared
