{"id":95527,"date":"2025-06-21T23:35:06","date_gmt":"2025-06-21T23:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/police-officer-fatally-shot-in-mastung-attack-sparks-security-concerns-on-national-highway\/"},"modified":"2025-06-21T23:35:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-21T23:35:06","slug":"police-officer-fatally-shot-in-mastung-attack-sparks-security-concerns-on-national-highway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/police-officer-fatally-shot-in-mastung-attack-sparks-security-concerns-on-national-highway\/","title":{"rendered":"Police Officer Fatally Shot in Mastung; Attack Sparks Security Concerns on National Highway"},"content":{"rendered":"
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From Our Correspondent:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

A tragic incident unfolded on the National Highway near Dato area in Mastung, where a police officer was shot and killed by unknown assailants outside a roadside hotel, according to police sources.<\/p>\n

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The victim has been identified as Shakeel Bangulzai, a member of the law enforcement community who was not on active duty at the time of the incident. He was also known for being the nephew of respected local figure Mama Noor Ahmed Bangulzai.<\/p>\n

Eyewitnesses reported sudden gunfire, followed by panic in the area as the attackers quickly fled. Law enforcement agencies responded immediately, securing the scene and initiating a criminal investigation.<\/p>\n

Law Enforcement Launches Manhunt, Motive Under Investigation<\/h2>\n

Security officials have not yet determined the motive behind the shooting. However, they confirmed that all possible leads are being pursued, including the potential of targeted killing or personal disputes.<\/p>\n

This latest incident has raised concerns about the growing threat to public safety along key transportation routes, particularly in areas like Mastung where security infrastructure remains under pressure.<\/p>\n

Authorities have vowed to bring those responsible to justice and are calling for public cooperation in the ongoing investigation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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