A schoolteacher named Nematullah was shot and killed by unidentified gunmen while he was on his way to school in the city of Kohna Baghlan, according to local sources.
The incident took place on Wednesday at around 1:45 p.m., when Nematullah was traveling in his personal vehicle. Sources said unidentified armed men opened fire on his car, killing him at the scene.
According to reports, approximately 15 bullets struck the teacher’s vehicle during the attack. The assailants fled after the shooting, and no group has so far claimed responsibility for the killing.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and it is not yet known who targeted the teacher or why he was killed. The incident has raised further concerns about security and targeted violence in parts of Afghanistan.
The killing comes amid continued reports of targeted attacks and armed incidents across the country. Local residents and communities have repeatedly expressed concerns over the safety of civilians, including teachers and other professionals.
Authorities have not yet provided detailed information regarding the identity of the attackers or whether any arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
The case remains under investigation, while the circumstances surrounding Nematullah’s killing are still unclear.