A newlywed couple who reportedly married by choice through a court has been found shot dead near a drain in Shahdadpur, police said. Authorities suspect the killings may be linked to an alleged honour-related dispute. However, the motive has not yet been confirmed.
The victims were identified as Nisar Ahmed Lashari and Zakiya Balochi. According to police, the suspects allegedly left their bodies near the drain before fleeing the scene. The incident has prompted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the couple’s deaths.
Police sources said the couple had contracted a court marriage in Nawabshah two days before their bodies were discovered. Their decision to marry reportedly led to concerns about their safety. The couple had also publicly appealed for protection shortly after their marriage.
Following the court marriage, Nisar Ahmed and Zakiya held a press conference at the Nawabshah Press Club. During the event, they asked the relevant authorities to ensure their safety. They reportedly feared possible threats because of their decision to marry by choice.
Zakiya alleged during the press conference that her brother, father and cousin had become hostile towards the couple. She linked their reported opposition to the couple’s love marriage. She also urged authorities to take steps to protect them from potential harm.
The couple’s earlier appeal for protection has become an important part of the case. Investigators are expected to examine the available information while determining what led to the killings. However, no individual has been established as responsible based on the information currently available.
Police suspect the couple may have been killed in the name of honour. This remains an investigative possibility rather than a confirmed motive. The circumstances surrounding the incident and the identities of the suspected perpetrators are still being investigated.
Shahdadpur police took custody of the bodies after they were discovered. The bodies were then shifted to a taluka hospital for medical and legal procedures. Authorities will follow the required process as the investigation continues.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of couples who face opposition after choosing their marriage partners. In this case, the couple had reportedly sought official protection before their deaths. Their earlier appeal may form part of the information examined by investigators.
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Police have yet to confirm the full sequence of events or announce a final conclusion. The investigation in Shahdadpur remains ongoing as authorities work to establish the motive and identify those responsible. Any claims against specific individuals must be assessed through the legal process.
