Unidentified gunmen reportedly stopped a car near Sohrab Goth and opened fire on two men returning from a court hearing.
KARACHI, PAKISTAN — WEB DESK: One man was killed and another critically injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire on them near Jamali Bridge in Karachi’s Sohrab Goth area on Wednesday, according to officials.
The attackers reportedly stopped the victims’ car near the bridge, forced the two men out and opened fire before fleeing the scene.
Victims were returning from court hearing
According to officials cited by ARY News, the two men had travelled to Karachi from another part of Sindh to attend a court hearing.
They were reportedly returning after the hearing when the gunmen followed their vehicle and intercepted them near Jamali Bridge.
One of the victims sustained critical injuries and died while being transported to hospital.
The second victim was taken to hospital in critical condition, where he was receiving treatment, according to the report.
Police begin investigation
Police have summoned the crime scene unit to collect evidence from the location and assist with the investigation.
The identities of the attackers and their motive were not immediately disclosed.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed whether the shooting was linked to a personal dispute, targeted attack, robbery or another motive.
Further investigation is underway.
Jamali Bridge has seen previous violent incidents
Jamali Bridge and surrounding areas of Karachi’s Super Highway have previously witnessed violent crime and shootings.
However, the circumstances of Wednesday’s attack remain under investigation, and no motive should be treated as established until confirmed by police.
Police are expected to examine evidence from the scene and gather information about the attackers and their movements.
