Six members of the same family, including three children and two women, were shot dead inside their home in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The shocking incident occurred in the Sarokhel area, within the jurisdiction of Doaba Police Station.
Police have identified a close relative as the main suspect, raising disturbing questions about the motive behind the killings.
Who Was Killed in the Hangu Shooting?
District Police Officer (DPO) Salahuddin Kundi confirmed that all six victims died at the scene.
The deceased included household head Noor Rehman, his two wives, Maryam Bibi and Hamza Bibi, and three children.
The children were identified as 15-year-old Jameela, four-year-old Fahad and one-year-old Afra Bibi.
Why Did the Suspect Allegedly Kill His Family?
According to preliminary police investigations, Noor Rehman’s nephew is the prime suspect.
Police said the suspect was reportedly involved in drug use.
Investigators believe a family dispute may have triggered the shooting.
Noor Rehman had allegedly stopped his nephew from bringing friends involved in drug use into the family home.
Authorities are investigating whether this disagreement led to the deadly attack.
Police Launch Search for Escaped Suspect
Following the shooting, police reached the residence and took custody of the bodies.
The victims were transferred to Doaba Hospital for medical and legal procedures.
DPO Salahuddin Kundi confirmed that police teams were conducting raids to arrest the suspect, who reportedly fled after the incident.
Investigators are examining all possible angles to establish the exact circumstances.
Police have not yet announced an arrest or confirmed the final motive behind the killings.
