KHUZDAR: A man killed his wife and her alleged paramour in the name of honour in Khuzdar district on Wednesday.

According to Levies officials, the suspect, identified as Mohram, opened fire on his wife and her alleged paramour in his house in the Darneli area of tehsil Naal. His wife Imam Zadai and Sikander were killed on the spot as they received multiple bullet injuries.

The accused escaped after the firing. Police said it was an honour killing. A case has been registered against the accused and police have started investigation.

Published in Dawn, November 28th, 2024

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