Sargodha man stabs mother, sister to death in 'honour-killing'
Relatives of the two deceased women claimed the young man often fought with his sister
June 25, 2020
SARGODHA: A young man has allegedly stabbed his mother and sister to death in a so-called 'honour-killing' here in the city's Midh Ranjha neighbourhood, police confirmed on Thursday.
Police said the suspect used a sharp tool, such as a knife, to stab the two women.
Authorities said the man has been identified and was absconding. Raids to search for and arrest the suspect were being carried out, they added, noting that they were hopeful of catching him soon.
According to the relatives of the deceased women, the young man often fought with his sister.
A spokesperson of the Sargodha police said initial investigation suggested the double homicide was an "honour-killing".
