KARACHI: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband just one and a half months after their love marriage in New Karachi, police said on Wednesday.
The victim, identified as Sawera, was found dead at her husband’s house. Her family has accused her husband, Sarfaraz, of being involved in her murder.
According to the victim’s mother, Zeenat, Sarfaraz was already married before marrying Sawera, making the marriage his second.
Zeenat alleged that other people were also involved in her daughter’s murder and called for a thorough investigation into the case.
She appealed to Sindh Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho to ensure protection for her family and bring those responsible to justice.
She also expressed concerns over the investigation, alleging that the police were not investigating the case properly.
Zeenat said Sawera was an orphan whom she had raised despite facing severe financial and personal difficulties. She demanded justice for her daughter and punishment for those responsible for her death.
Police said the investigation was ongoing and further action would be taken after the DNA report was received.
Karachi Defence woman death case: Husband gives statement, family declines legal action
Earlier, the body of a 36-year-old woman was found in a residential flat in Defence Phase 8 on Monday, ARY News reported, citing police.
The deceased was identified as Shumaila. According to the initial police investigation, she was suspected of having died by suicide after severing her hamstrings.
Police shifted the body to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) for an autopsy and completion of the necessary legal formalities.
Police said Shumaila’s husband told investigators that his wife had injected a boil on her wrist. Her family also informed police that her mental health was not stable.
South SSP Mahzoor Ali said the deceased woman’s brother had refused to pursue legal action in the case.
Following the discovery of the body, police had launched an investigation to gather further information about the woman, her family and the circumstances surrounding her death.