PTI
Peshawar, January 30
A Christian priest was shot lifeless and one other wounded by unidentified gunmen who opened fireplace on them as they have been returning dwelling from Sunday mass in Pakistan’s north-western Peshawar metropolis, the police mentioned.
Bishop William Siraj was shot a number of instances and died on the spot, whereas Father Naeem Patrick was wounded within the assault within the Gulbahar neighbourhood of Peshawar, the police mentioned.
The police instantly rushed to the spot and began the search operation. A strict safety has been made on the entry and exit factors to nab the culprits.
No group has instantly claimed accountability for the assault, the most recent on Pakistan’s small Christian minority that has been focused by militants in recent times.
Police mentioned they have been reviewing the CCTV footage to find the attackers, who escaped on bikes.
Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, Chairman Pakistan Ulema Council and Particular Consultant of the Prime Minister of Pakistan for Interfaith Concord and Center East, condemned the assault on the Christian clergymen.
Chief Minister Mehmud Khan has condemned the assault and directed the police for the early arrest of the attackers.
Khan additionally ordered the most effective medicare amenities for the injured Father.
In line with the 2017 census, Hindus represent the most important non secular minority in Pakistan. Christians make up the second largest non secular minority. —
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The Chenab Times News Desk