Authorities in Upper Chitral have taken a man into custody while investigating the death of 22-year-old student Shehla Yaqoob, who was reported missing last month and subsequently discovered deceased. 

 

 

Shehla, who lived in Nishko in Morkho, disappeared on August 14. Her father, Muhammad Yaqoob Shah, filed a report at the Morkho Police Station on the same day. A case was first registered at Morkho Police Station on suspicion of abduction under Section 365-B of the Pakistan Penal Code.

 

 

Her remains were recovered on August 24 from a river near Ayun in Lower Chitral. An initial examination revealed the cause of death to be asphyxia and drowning. The police gathered evidence from the scene, such as sandals and a note, which have been sent for forensic examination. 

 

 

On August 27, the investigation progressed when Junaid, the son of Muhammad Hashim, was identified as the primary suspect. Charges related to murder were subsequently added to the case. A police team conducted search operations and later confirmed his arrest. 

 

 

District Police Officer Hameedullah stated that a Special Investigation Team, led by SP Investigation Ajmal Khan, has been established to manage the inquiry. This team will examine forensic evidence, phone records, and other information collected throughout the investigation.