Peshawar: 5 people killed in shooting incident on vehicle in Budh Bair area

A tragic shooting incident in Peshawar’s Budh Bair area claimed the lives of five individuals after unknown assailants opened fire on a vehicle.

Police officials suspect personal enmity as the motive behind the attack. The attackers fired indiscriminately before fleeing the scene, and authorities have launched a search operation to track them down.

The incident took place around 2 AM, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. A heavy police contingent arrived at the location and transported the bodies to a nearby hospital.

Preliminary reports indicate that the attack was likely linked to a longstanding personal dispute. However, authorities have stated that a thorough investigation is required to confirm the exact circumstances.

Personal rivalries are a recurring issue in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly among tribal communities, where disputes over property and marriages often escalate into violence. Some of these conflicts persist for generations, leading to repeated clashes.

A similar incident occurred in January in Peshawar’s Tehkal area, where five people were killed in a targeted attack on a vehicle, which police also linked to a personal feud.

Following this latest incident, security forces have increased their presence in the area, and an investigation is underway to apprehend those responsible.