Gujranwala, January 7, 2025 — In a tragic incident, a Christian woman, Shabana Bibi, was killed and her teenage daughter, Misbah, critically injured in a targeted shooting in Gujranwala. The attack occurred on the evening of January 6, as the two were returning home from their workplace in Jalil Town, Gujranwala on a motorbike driven by their nephew, Danish.

According to the First Investigation Report (FIR), the incident took place around 8:30 PM near the  Magnolia Park Bridge. Two unidentified assailants on a motorbike approached and opened fire on the family without provocation. Shabana sustained fatal injuries and succumbed at the scene, while her daughter Misbah was shot in the back. Misbah was rushed to the Civil Hospital Gujranwala, where she remains in critical condition. Shabana’s body was also transported to the hospital for an autopsy via a 1122 ambulance.

Karamat Masih, Shabana’s grieving husband, filed the FIR at Saddar Police Station, stating that his wife and daughter worked as domestic helpers in Jalil Town to support the family. Karamat, a labourer, expressed his devastation over the brutal attack and demanded swift justice.

The FIR has been registered under Sections 302 (punishment for murder), 324 (attempt to murder), and 34 (acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention) of the Pakistan Penal Code.

Police officials have initiated an investigation to identify and apprehend the attackers. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but law enforcement agencies are considering various angles, including potential targeted violence against the family.

The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the Christian community and raised concerns about the safety of minority groups in Pakistan. Community leaders and human rights organizations have condemned the attack and urged the authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice promptly.

Misbah’s condition remains critical, and her family continues to appeal for prayers and support during this challenging time. The incident highlights the urgent need for measures to ensure the safety and security of vulnerable communities in the region.