'I tried my best to kill him': Suspect in custody after ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan shot during rally

A man said to be a suspect in the shooting that injured Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan during a convoy protest said he intended to kill him and acted alone, according to video released by Khan's party on Thursday.

"I tried my best to kill him. Only Imran Khan. I did not want to kill anyone else," the unidentified suspect said.

Khan was shot in the shin in what his aides said was a clear assassination attempt by his rivals.

The ousted prime minister was six days into a protest procession, standing and waving to thousands of cheering supporters from the roof of a container truck when shots rang out and chaos ensued.

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[kaputasri]

When someone says they acted alone, they didn't.

[AtheismFW]

This guy is trained well to talk if he infact didnt act alone.

[thesmartman-kskw]

There was a automatic weapon that was also shot from one of the houses close by. Than this guy got tackled by supporters in the crowd but he still shot twice. This guy was not alone like its soo obvious so don’t get fooled by his words.

[munasad]

Imran Khan is the most honest, caring and uncorrupt PM Pakistan has ever seen and probably ever see again. May Allah protect him from those corrupt, money worshipping hypocrites who are far away from their own religion, they have sold their religion for a small worldly gain.

[ifranksultan]

The police officer whoever took this interview statement is also involved. This was a preplan with other accomplices. They released the statement so they can calm the public. Anything is possible nowdays.

[spartacus]

Pakistani government paid this guy. There were others involved.

[josephreece]

He's just the fall guy. Trained what to say. Cover up tracks.

[cardude]

His party did not release the footage. The police released his confession immediately within an hour or two. Do your research.

[toshidhk]

When he is talking there was a happy smile on his face, i am saying that the Pakistani government, army & intelligence are involvement of that incident.

[ibrahimbeg]

A) there were 2 shooters and B) the gun used by this supposed attacker is worth way beyond what this guy would earn as a wage. It definetly doesn't add up. He is being set up as the 'fall guy' and in return the Establishment/Government probably promised to 'look after' his family.

[joy.nasim]

footage shows that he was caught with a small weapon but firing sounds was likely from Ak-47! deep machination

[kaleemullah-GBOB]

This investigation officer is trying to put the words in his mouth.

[atiarmyofrobots]

😂😂😂the thumbnail caption: I tried my best to killed him

[mrwinston_thepug]

His best isnt good enough, mission failed.

[Aamirdada]

God bless Imran Khan and PTI. Allah will protect this good man. Now is the time to catch up to Sanaulllah and hold him accountable

[TheCertifiedLegend]

Imagine trying to kill someone and then boasting about it proudly

[kaps]

I still don’t understand how he fired a burst from pistol
The shots Sounds like it’s been fired from semi auto or automatic gun

[INFO_SPORTS-]

Treat like water to a killer. This is not a way, A strong punishment can make him talk properly. A killer have no religion

[Ak-wvdt]

Thank you for raising voice and condemning such heinous act.

[overthecounterbeanie]

Wow didn't realise the Party is policeman, judge and jury too!