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Sikh Leader Shot Dead In Afganistan

December 30, 2016 | By Sikh Siyasat Bureau

Chandigarh: A noted local Sikh leader in Kunduz City of Afganistan  was shot dead by unidentified gunmen on Thursday, the latest in a string of attacks targeting the minority community whose members have left the country in droves.

As per the local media reports the victim has been identified as who was a naturopath by profession  was gunned down in Haji Gulistan Kochi Haman area of Kunduz at 9am, He was reportedly on his way to his shop when the shooting occurred. Del Souz, who headed the Sikh community of Kunduz succumbed to his injuries while being taken to hospital, said Naeem Mangal, the chief of the regional hospital.

While addressing the local news channel Kunduz security chief Masoum Stanikzai confirmed the incident and said police had arrested three suspects. Investigations will continue, he added.Prem, Del Souz’s uncle, said his nephew was well liked and had no enemies. Other relatives said Del Souz was also shot five years ago but survived. Prem asked the government to investigate the killing and make sure those responsible were brought to justice.

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