Attack on MQM’s MPA Sadaqat Hussain in Karachi

Unidentified attackers opened fire outside the house of MQM Sindh Assembly member Sadaqat Hussain.

According to the details, firing has been reported outside the MPA’s house in Orangi Town.

The sources said that two people were injured in the incident and police arrived on the scene, getting more details.

MQM leader Faisal Subzwari wrote on his official Twitter, “MPA Sadaqat Hussain narrowly escaped an attack outside his residence in Orangi Town #Karachi. MPA’s brother & brother in law recieved bullet injuries.”

He also demanded the security for MQM’s representatives, he said that MQM Paksitan has been demanding proper security for our public Representatives.

MPA Sadaqat Hussain narrowly escaped an attack outside his residence in Orangi Town #Karachi.
MPA's brother & brother in law recieved bullet injuries.@MQMPKOfficial has been demanding proper security for our public Representatives@SindhGovt_ @MuradAliShahPPP pic.twitter.com/wsdmPdIPQU

— Faisal Subzwari (@faisalsubzwari) June 22, 2020

At first look, the incident seems to be a robbery but police is investigating the case.

The sources also said that Sadaqat Hussain’s two brother-in-law were injured in the firing.

It is to be noted that Sadaqat Hussain was elected from PS-117 in the general election of 2018.

Sadaqat Hussain was standing outside his house with his brother and brother-in-law.

Correction:

Both the injured are Sadaqat Hussain's brothers in law

— Faisal Subzwari (@faisalsubzwari) June 22, 2020

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