Second suspect in Bhutto death plot arrested

PAKISTANI officials said a second suspect had been arrested in connection with a plot to kill former premier Benazir Bhutto, who was assassinated last month.

Second suspect in Bhutto death plot arrested

Security officials said the man had been detained along with a teenager — 15-year-old Aitezaz Shah — whose arrest was announced earlier. Both were being questioned by investigators.

They were arrested in the north-western city of Dera Ismail Khan while allegedly planning a suicide bombing over the Muslim festival of Ashura, the security officials said.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited