3 more fall prey to Karachi violence

3 more fall prey to Karachi violence
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Summary At least three people were killed in acts of violence in different parts of Karachi.

According to details, some unidentified persons shot dead 50-year-old Rehman in Qasba Colony. The deceased reached Karachi from Swat a day ago. The police have termed the killing as an old enmity.In Nazimabad No 2, some unidentified attackers opened fire at two persons, riding a motorcycle, killing one, Shabbir and critically injuring another named Ateeq. Ateeq was shifted to a private hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. According to police, the attackers belonged to a banned organization.Earlier, an armed clash between to religious groups created panic in Lines Area. A heavy contingent of Rangers and police reached the site and cordoned off the area. Police have also arrested four suspects from the area.In Mawach Goth area, three accused hurled a hand grenade on the Rangers officials. Luckily the grenade did not explode. Rangers have arrested all the accused identified as Dilshad, Niaz and Naeem.Meanwhile, CID police conducted a raid in Gulistan Jauhar and arrested and alleged target killer. The accused is said to an activist of a political party. Police have also recovered arms from him.