Rawalpindi: A father and son were shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Dhok Gujran area of New Chakri Road, Rawalpindi, on Thursday, with police suspecting a longstanding personal dispute as the motive.
The victims were identified as Amrez Khan and his son Atif Khan.
According to initial police reports, the two were travelling home on a motorcycle when armed assailants opened fire on them near Dhok Gujran, within the jurisdiction of Naseerabad police station.
Both men died in the incident.
Police said preliminary findings suggested the attack was linked to an old enmity, although investigators were examining all possible motives.
Rawalpindi police chief orders arrests
Following the incident, Rawalpindi City Police Officer (CPO) took notice of the double killing and sought a detailed report from the Superintendent of Police (SP) Potohar.
The police chief also directed officers to identify and arrest those responsible without delay.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Operations and SP Potohar visited the scene, where police teams began collecting evidence.
According to police, special investigation teams were formed to trace the suspects and establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities said the investigation would cover all possible aspects of the incident rather than relying solely on the initial suspicion of a personal feud.
No arrests were confirmed in the initial police statements.
Police said efforts were underway to locate the assailants and bring those responsible to justice.
