A terrible attack happened early Thursday morning in Gwadar, Pakistan. Seven workers, most likely barbers originally from Punjab province, were brutally killed in their rented house in the Surbandar area. Another person was injured.
The attackers struck around 3 am, leaving a scene of violence. The victims were found later that morning. This area has seen similar attacks targeting Punjabi workers in the past.
Local authorities and medical teams rushed the deceased and injured to Gwadar Hospital.
Officials strongly condemned the attack, highlighting that innocent workers were targeted. The Balochistan government has vowed to find and punish those responsible.
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti called the incident terrorism and promised to eliminate terrorists and anyone who helps them. He demanded strict action against the attackers.
Other officials, including a federal minister, also expressed their sorrow for the victims and their families. The authorities are currently trying to contact the families of the deceased to inform them of the tragedy.