ISLAMABAD: Daughter of a former Pakistani diplomat has been shot dead in Islamabad.

According to details, son of a leading businessman, Zahir Jaffer gunned down the 27 years old woman while she was present at his house. Police have arrested the suspect.

The victim has been identified as Noor Mukadam, daughter of Shaukat Mukadam.

The suspect and the victim both were close friends for a long time. Jaffer was reportedly a drug addict and was suffering from psychological issues.

Friends of the victim have expressed grief over the chilling incident.