Governor Salmaan Taseer has been shot dead in Islamabad now. He was apparently shot dead by his security guard in the Koshar Market place which is an upscale part of Islamabad.
Stunned bystanders were too scared to help as the governor was shot nine times and died immediately.
The security guard, Qadri, is stated to have been responsible. Salmaan has liberal views and is a key person in the anti-blasphemy law. Qadri is a religious fanatic and has killed Salmaan due to his extreme views.
This is another blow to the process of equality and freedom in Pakistan and many will see this as a step back for religious freedom and cultural liberalisation of Pakistan.
More information will be available soon....
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