Mafia-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, brother Ashraf Ahmed killed in Prayagraj; shooter held

Updated : Apr 15, 2023 22:47
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Editorji News Desk

Two days after Mafia-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed’s son Asad and his aide Ghulam were killed in UP's Prayagraj on Thursday. Ahmed and his brother Ashraf were shot dead in firing near medical college in UP's Prayagraj, as per PTI. 

A shooter has been held by UP Police

Both Atiq and Ashraf were being taken for medical examination when the shootout happened. Further details are awaited. 

Atiq's son and his aide were both wanted in connection with the Umesh Pal murder case. 

With agency inputs

Atique AhmedEncounterUP Police

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