K-Electric meter reader seriously wounded in Karachi shooting

A K-Electric meter reader was left in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Karachi’s Mahmoodabad district on Tuesday, according to ARY News. Unidentified gunmen opened fire on the employee, inflicting five to six bullet wounds. A second meter reader who was with him managed to flee the scene unharmed. The attackers escaped on a motorcycle shortly after the assault.

The injured worker was rushed to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre for emergency care. Police have filed a First Information Report and opened an investigation into the incident.

A K‑Electric spokesperson described the episode as “an extremely unfortunate incident of firing at K‑Electric staff who were on duty in Mehmoodabad.” The company confirmed that the wounded employee is receiving medical treatment and that management is maintaining constant contact with his family, offering all possible support. The incident has been reported to law‑enforcement agencies, and K‑Electric pledged full cooperation in uncovering the motive behind the attack.

Emphasizing its commitment to employee safety, the spokesperson said the utility condemns any assault on its personnel and will pursue strict legal action against those responsible.