Journalist Killed in Shocking Morning Attack – Community Calls for Justice

A tragic early-morning attack on a senior journalist has left the community in shock. Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich was killed while delivering newspapers, sparking outrage and calls for justice. His assistant narrowly escaped. This incident threatens not only safety but press freedom.

Tragic Murder of Senior Reporter in Terrifying Attack

In a shocking incident early in the morning, senior reporter and news agent, Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich, was brutally murdered by unknown assailants. According to details, Malik Zafar, a reporter for Roznama Khabrain, was on his way around 6:00 AM to deliver newspapers when the attackers opened fire near the gate of Ali Garh Public Model School. The attack was fatal, and Malik Zafar was killed on the spot.

A Close Escape for His Young Assistant

Miraculously, a 16-year-old boy who was accompanying Malik Zafar managed to escape the attack by running for his life. His screams alerted nearby residents, prompting them to call the police. When the authorities arrived, they secured the crime scene and called the Crime Scene Unit. The police then transferred the body to the Rural Health Center for post-mortem.

Outrage and Calls for Justice

This gruesome murder has left the local journalist community in shock. Journalists from across the region have expressed concern over the incident and are calling for the immediate arrest of those responsible. The local community, along with civil society organizations, is urging the District Police Officer (DPO) of Hameerpur to swiftly apprehend the brutal killers.

A Blow to Freedom of Expression

This tragic incident is not just the loss of one life, but a significant blow to the entire journalism community and society. Attacking a journalist threatens not only the safety of reporters but also our freedom of expression and the public’s right to know the truth. Such attacks not only endanger journalists but also hinder the flow of vital information to the public. We must all recognize the gravity of this situation and stand together to ensure that such courageous acts of violence are condemned. This will help ensure journalists can continue their work freely, and peace can be maintained.