The Kabul Tribune (KT) — A Pakistani religious scholar, identified as Idrees, was shot dead on Tuesday morning, May 5, 2026, in an armed attack in Charsadda, according to local sources.
The incident occurred when the scholar was traveling in his vehicle, sources said, adding that unidentified gunmen opened fire on him. Initial reports indicate that his security guards were unharmed in the attack.
The assailants fled the scene following the shooting, and no arrests have been reported so far.
Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, and no group has claimed responsibility.
