In a shocking incident that has raised serious security concerns, Salman Ahmed Bangash, the media adviser to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali, was violently abducted and robbed at gunpoint in the provincial capital.
The terrifying ordeal unfolded near the University Road area of Peshawar, where armed assailants intercepted Bangash's vehicle. According to eyewitness accounts, the attackers brandished firearms and forcibly took the senior official to an undisclosed location.
During the brief captivity, the criminals robbed Bangash of valuable possessions including cash, mobile phones, and other personal belongings. The brazen attack occurred in a relatively secure part of the city, sending shockwaves through government circles and the local community.
Law enforcement agencies have launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident. Police officials confirmed that the media adviser was released after the robbery, though the precise circumstances surrounding his release remain unclear.
This incident has sparked serious questions about the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly regarding the safety of government officials. The attack on a high-profile figure closely associated with the provincial governor has highlighted vulnerabilities in the current security apparatus.
Local authorities have assured the public that every effort is being made to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent similar incidents in the future. The investigation continues as security forces work to identify and capture those responsible for this audacious crime.
