In Mastung, armed assailants opened fire within the limits of the Wali Khan Police Station area, near the Karrez Ayash pahdangabad locality. According to initial reports, one person was killed on the spot. The deceased has been identified as Abdul Malik, son of Derakhtan. The body was shifted to a nearby hospital, while security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to apprehend the perpetrators. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.

In Kharan district, a bullet-riddled body was recovered from the CPEC Road on Monday. The deceased has been identified as Shahzad, son of Rashid Lanzai. Local sources confirmed that the body is being transported to the district hospital for post-mortem and legal formalities. Authorities have initiated an investigation, though no further details about the incident have emerged so far. The area has seen sporadic incidents of violence in recent months, raising concerns over law and order.

In Dera Bugti, a tragic accident occurred when 11,000-volt power lines snapped and fell, electrocuting a young man to death. The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed by officials. Rescue teams arrived at the scene, and the body was moved to a local hospital. The local power utility has been asked to inspect the infrastructure and submit a report on the incident. Residents have expressed anger over poor maintenance of electricity lines in the area.

Balochistan’s Home Department has taken note of all two incidents. In Mastung and Kharan, police have registered cases and launched investigations. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement.

Published in Balochistan Dispatch, August 10th , 2026