ISLAMABAD - Four members of a family were gunned down in the capital's suburbs in the early hours on Saturday, according to police. The incident occurred in a house located in the Jhangi Syedan area, adjacent to Sectors I-15 and I-18 of Islamabad, falling under the jurisdiction of Noon Police Station.
Discovery and Initial Response
Neighbors heard gunshots in the morning and promptly alerted the authorities. Upon arriving at the scene, police discovered four bodies on the first floor of the building. Two victims were found on separate beds, while one lay on the floor. All victims had sustained bullet wounds to the head, as per the preliminary police investigation.
Victims Identified
The deceased were identified as Mulla Khalil; his wife, Shamim Bibi; their 14-year-old son, Musa Khan; and Habib Majid, believed to be Shamim Bibi's brother. Police immediately shifted the bodies to the hospital for autopsy and further legal procedures.
Possible Motive
The reason behind the incident has yet to be ascertained; however, police suspect it may be a case of so-called honour killing. According to police, the family originally hailed from Swat, and Habib Majid had rented the house a few years ago. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities exploring all angles.
