A K-Electric meter reader was critically injured in a targeted shooting in the Mahmoodabad area of Karachi on Tuesday, while another employee accompanying him escaped unharmed.
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According to initial reports, unidentified assailants opened fire on the K-Electric staff member while he was on duty, leaving him with five to six gunshot wounds. The attackers fled on a motorcycle after the shooting.
The injured employee was rushed to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), where he was provided emergency medical treatment. His condition was reported to be critical.
Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) in connection with the incident and launched an investigation to identify the suspects and determine the motive behind the attack.
K-Electric Condemns Attack on Field Staff
A K-Electric spokesperson confirmed that the incident occurred while the company’s employees were performing their official duties in Mahmoodabad.
Describing the shooting as extremely unfortunate, the spokesperson said the injured employee was receiving medical assistance.
The company said its management was in constant contact with the injured employee’s family and was providing all possible support.
K-Electric also confirmed that the incident had been reported to law enforcement agencies and that the company was cooperating fully with investigators to establish the circumstances and motive behind the attack.
Company Calls for Legal Action Against Suspects
K-Electric strongly condemned the shooting and reiterated that the safety of its field staff remained a top priority.
The spokesperson said the company would pursue strict legal action against those involved in the attack.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of utility workers who visit residential and commercial areas to perform routine duties, including meter reading.
Police are investigating the shooting. Further details about the suspects, the motive and any arrests had not been provided at the time of reporting.
