On April 13, 2023, two members of the Shia Muslim Hazara minority community were shot dead in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province, Pakistan. The attack occurred when unidentified gunmen on motorcycles opened fire on their vehicle as they were en route to Hazarganjh market to buy vegetables for their businesses. Alongside the fatalities, three others were injured in the shooting, which police have labeled a targeted killing. In response to the violence, the Hazara community blocked the Western Bypass, leading to significant traffic disruptions. Historically, the Hazara community has been subjected to sectarian violence, with previous attacks resulting in numerous casualties, including a 2019 bombing that killed at least 20 individuals in the same market. The community's distinct physical appearance makes them easily identifiable, contributing to their vulnerability to such attacks.