By Faridullah Hussainkhail
Lala Del Souz, the head of the Sikh community in Kunduz city, was killed by unknown gunmen Thursday morning, officials confirmed.
Del Souz, a naturopath, was gunned down at about 9am in the Haji Gulistan Kochi Haman area of the city.
He had reportedly been on his way to his shop when the shooting occurred.
According to relatives of the deceased, he had been shot five years ago but survived the attack.
Kunduz security chief Masoum Stanikzai confirmed the incident and said police have arrested three suspects. Investigations will however continue, he said.
The head of Kunduz regional hospital, Naeem Mangal, also confirmed the death of Del Souz and said he died from his injuries while being taken to hospital.
Del Souz’s uncle, Prem, said the deceased had been well liked and had no enemies.
The shooting meanwhile, sparked an outcry on social media on Thursday with hundreds of people condemning the incident and sending condolences to his family.
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