Najm Abdullah Hilo Al-Rubaiawi Al-Azirjawi, director of electricity in Al-Salam subdistrict, who was shot dead in Maysan.
Maysan electricity official shot dead in attack
MAYSAN — The director of electricity in Al-Salam subdistrict was shot dead Saturday by armed men, according to officials.
Engineer Najm Abdullah Hilo Al-Rubaiawi Al-Azirjawi died instantly after being targeted, officials said.
Security sources told 964media that the incident was linked to a previous disagreement between the victim and one of his employees, which later escalated into a tribal dispute months ago. Authorities have not announced any conclusions about motive.
The Maysan Electricity Distribution Branch mourned Al-Azirjawi in a statement, describing him as a dedicated member of its staff. The branch said it “mourns the passing of engineer Najm Abdullah Hilo, the head of the maintenance and collection center in Al-Salam subdistrict, who passed away as a result of a tragic killing incident.” It offered condolences to his family, relatives and colleagues.
Security forces have not released information on arrests or suspects, and the case remains under investigation.