Gunshots fired at house of YouTuber Rajab Butt

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LAHORE (Web Desk) – The house of controversial YouTuber Rajab Butt came under fire on late Thursday night, police said.

According to police, the incident took place in Chung police jurisdiction when two unidentified gunmen riding a motorcycle opened fire at Rajab Butt’s house.

The assailants fired several gunshots and fled. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, a police spokesperson said and confirmed that no one was present inside the house during the time of the attack.

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Police have launched an investigation and are using CCTV footage from nearby buildings and street cameras to reach out to the assailants.

“The culprits will be brought to justice, a senior police officer said while speaking to the media. “We have already secured surveillance footage and looking at different angles to track down the attackers."

The social media influencer has been in the spotlight for his controversial activities. A few months ago, he had apologised to people for his religious remarks. He faced life threats over these comments, and left the country in the face of public outcry.