SWAT: A man allegedly fled abroad after killing his wife and three daughters in Shah Dherai area of Kabal tehsil here.
According to the Kabal police, the suspect, Sardar Ali, who works in Muscat, Oman, arrived in Swat on Friday. On Saturday, he allegedly murdered his wife, Husan Pari, 36, and his three daughters: Saila, 18, Sania, 12, and Asma, 9. Then he left the bodies inside the house and locked the door from outside, they said, adding that after committing the heinous act, Ali reportedly escaped back to Muscat.
The police were alerted to the crime and promptly arrived at the scene, where they found the four bodies.
The bodies were shifted to the hospital for postmortem examination.
The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Human rights activists and residents demanded swift justice for the family. They called on the police to collaborate with the Interpol to track down the accused and ensure he faces justice for his action.
This tragedy has left the local community in shock, with many questioning the circumstances that led to such a brutal act. As the investigation continues, authorities are urged to take immediate and effective action to prevent such incidents in the future.
Published in Dawn, July 14th, 2024
