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2 passengers killed in firing at Pakistan’s Lahore airport

The airport police arrested two people involved in the firing.

2 passengers killed in firing at Pakistan’s Lahore airport

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At least two people were killed as unidentified attacker opened fire at Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore, according to police on Wednesday.

Airport Security Forces personnel took the suspect into custody from the airport. The firing within the airport lounge caused panic among people, Geo TV reported.

The airport police arrested two people involved in the firing.

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According to the police, the firing took place due to personal enmity.

Both deceased persons were reportedly involved in a murder case of a political leader and they were facing a police investigation.

A heavy contingent of police reached the airport to secure the premises. The entry of vehicles at the airport was barred as a precaution.

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