A FATHER-OF-SIX from Prestwich has reportedly been shot dead in Pakistan.

Tariq Hafeez, aged 45, was killed when he left Lahore Airport in a taxi on Friday it has been reported.

It is believed his wife has flown to Pakistan to bring the businessman's body home.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has contacted the family and confirmed it is investigating the death.

An FCO spokesperson said: "We are making enquiries into the death of a British National in Pakistan.

"FCO Consular officials are providing assistance to the family."