A protest over the killing of a local political leader turned violent in Bajaur district on Thursday, as some miscreants of a certain political party incited the crowd to storm the Bajaur Scouts Building Civil Line and pelt stones at it, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The protesters also tried to break the door of the Civil Colony Sadar and chanted anti-state slogans.

The security forces managed to disperse the mob and restore order.

The local police have registered an FIR against the protestors today for rioting and damaging public property.

The political leader, Rehan Zeb, was shot dead by unknown assailants in Khar district on Wednesday, sparking anger among his supporters and followers.

Reporter: Ahmed Mansoor