In a horrific incident in the Rara Sham area of Musa Khel, 23 passengers were brutally killed after being forcibly removed from their vehicles. According to local authorities, the attack took place when armed militants intercepted trucks and passenger buses on the inter-provincial highway.
Details of the Incident
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Musa Khel, Ayub Achakzai, reported that armed assailants stopped the vehicles, forced the passengers out, and then shot them dead. The attackers also set fire to at least 10 vehicles, exacerbating the devastation.
Emergency services, including the police and Levies, arrived at the scene promptly, but the damage had been done. The bodies were transported to the hospital for further examination and identification.
Official Reactions
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti condemned the attack, labeling it a terrorist act. He expressed deep condolences to the victims’ families and vowed that the perpetrators and their accomplices would face severe repercussions.
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also condemned the attack, describing it as a “cowardly act of terrorism.” He extended his sympathy to the families of the deceased and reiterated the government’s commitment to pursuing justice against those responsible for the atrocity.
Condolences from Political Leaders
In addition to the Balochistan Chief Minister and Federal Interior Minister, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed her strong condemnation of the massacre. She too extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and vowed to support the ongoing investigations.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident to identify and apprehend those responsible. The police and Levies are working tirelessly to ensure that justice is served and to prevent further acts of violence.
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