As the new year unfolds, the first murder of 2025 reported in Lahore comes with a story so unexpected that it raises questions about the price of life and death. The murder was carried out by a hired killer, and you will be shocked to learn the amount of compensation given for this crime.
But first, let’s talk about the incident. The police stated that on January 1st, a man named Riyaz was murdered in the Green Town area. The suspect, named Usman, who is a professional killer and shooter, has been arrested.
The victim, Riyaz, was murdered by his brother-in-law, Imtiaz, over a property dispute.The police also mentioned that Riyaz had come to the Badshah Bazaar with his wife for shopping. The mastermind behind the crime, the victim’s brother-in-law, will also be arrested soon.
It is known that Imtiaz had promised the shooter a compensation for the murder, and the agreed payment was as follows:
Usman was promised two Umrah tickets, a motorcycle, and a cash payment of 30,000 rupees.
This grim tale serves as a stark reminder that, while life’s value is immeasurable, some choose to place a price on it. As we step into 2025, may we all be inspired to cherish and protect the precious lives around us, for no reward is worth the loss of a life.