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1 killed as journalist's car attacked in Pakistan

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Press Trust of India Lahore
Two unidentified gunmen today opened fire on the car of a prominent journalist here, leaving his driver dead and guard injured.

TV anchor and editor Raza Rumi's car was fired at near Raja Market area of the city.

Rumi, who is associated with express media group escaped unhurt. His driver, who was injured in the attack succumbed to his injuries at a hospital.

This is the fourth incident the Express media group came under attack by militants.

In the previous attacks Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan had claimed the responsibility, saying the group especially its English publication - Express Tribune - is criticising it.

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First Published: Mar 28 2014 | 11:30 PM IST

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