Tragic Crime
KARACHI: In a harrowing case of alleged “honour” violence, a 21-year-old man was brutally murdered by his father in Karachi’s Orangi Town on Wednesday over what the father described as his son’s association with members of the transgender community.
According to Iqbal Market Station House Officer (SHO) Sher Mohammed, the suspect, identified as Abdul Ghaffar Khan, was arrested shortly after the murder. The incident took place in Raja Tanveer Colony, Sector 11½, where the accused allegedly attacked and killed his son, Ali Khan, using a shovel.
Police said that initial interrogation revealed a deeply disturbing motive behind the crime. The father claimed he had repeatedly objected to his son’s regular interactions and “friendship” with individuals from the transgender community, whom Ali reportedly met frequently. Despite several warnings, the young man allegedly continued the association, which enraged his father.
In a chilling confession, Abdul Ghaffar told the police that before killing his son, he subjected him to electric shocks in an attempt to “punish” or “reform” him. When that failed, he proceeded to kill him with a shovel.
SHO Sher Mohammed confirmed that the father showed no remorse during questioning and remains unrepentant about his actions. He is known to be highly religious, a factor that police say may have influenced his extreme reaction.
The body of the deceased was transported to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, where medico-legal formalities were completed. Authorities are awaiting confirmation from the medical team regarding the alleged use of electric shocks prior to the fatal assault.
The case has sparked public outcry on social media, with many condemning the act as a heinous and unjustifiable crime driven by prejudice and intolerance.
Human rights activists are calling for strict legal action and broader societal change to prevent such incidents rooted in bigotry and violence against both young individuals and marginalized communities.
Police have registered a case and further investigation is ongoing.
