The death of 18-year-old Misbah in Surjani Town, Karachi, has sparked a thorough investigation after suspicions arose regarding domestic violence. Authorities have requested permission to exhume her body for a detailed post-mortem examination to establish the precise cause of death.
Initially treated as a domestic incident, the case has now been registered as a murder inquiry following preliminary findings that suggest possible foul play. The family had buried Misbah without conducting a post-mortem, complicating early forensic evaluations.
Investigators revealed that Shahryar Butt, the suspect in custody, confessed to physically assaulting Misbah. A screwdriver, believed to have been used in the attack, was recovered from his residence. Officials stated that the victim sustained a head injury during a violent confrontation, which is suspected to have caused her death. It is further alleged that the accused tried to hide the extent of her injuries before abandoning her.
Additional details emerged about the suspect, who admitted to having multiple marriages and working in a commission-based recovery job. He was apprehended after fleeing the scene post-incident.
Witness testimony has also played a critical role, including that of an online taxi driver who transported the severely injured woman from Malir to Surjani Town. This account is considered vital in piecing together the timeline of events.
The forthcoming exhumation and post-mortem are expected to provide conclusive medical evidence, helping to clarify the cause and manner of Misbah’s death as the investigation proceeds.
