Islamabad - Unknown assailants on Wednesday shot dead a fruit vendor and his son at their work place here at sector I-10, said police on Wednesday.
According to details, Sher Afzal (60), a permanent resident of Swat, was selling fruit on a cart at Chambaili Road near I-10 Markaz here along with his son, Basharat (30) when two unknown youngsters appeared there and opened fire at father and the son. Both died on the spot. The attackers, however, made their escape good.
Sabzi Mandi police have registered a case under section 302 of the PPC and further investigation is under way. According to police, the incident seems to be an outcome of old rivalry. However no further details were available with the police on the issue. Further investigation is under way.