Religious Rally Turns Violent as Mob Kills Man Accused of Blasphemy in Pakistan

A mob descended upon and killed a Muslim religious leader accused of committing blasphemy during a political rally in Pakistan.
The leader, Maulana Nigar Alam, was dragged from the shop where police had hidden him for safety and beaten to death.
Blasphemy is an inflammatory issue in Pakistan that often provokes violence.
Mere accusations of blasphemy have led to killings and intimidation of religious minorities.
Over 2,000 people have been accused of blasphemy in Pakistan since 1987, and at least 88 have been killed by mobs.