جريمة «حب مرفوض» تشعل غضباً في باكستان

Pakistani authorities have accused a 22-year-old man named Umar Hayat of murdering a 17-year-old influencer after she rejected his proposal, in a crime described by the police as "brutal and carried out in cold blood."

Case Details

Investigations revealed that the crime occurred last June after the girl, Sana Yousaf, ignored the accused's repeated attempts to contact her online. Despite his denial in an Islamabad court, authorities assert that evidence points to his involvement.

Famous Victim

The Pakistani influencer had over a million followers on apps like TikTok, where she used to share clips about her favorite coffee, cosmetics, and traditional fashion. Her activity had become a source of income in a country where only a quarter of women participate in the formal economy.

Debate on Women's Safety

This case has reignited public debate about women's safety in Pakistan, especially following victim-blaming comments on social media. It coincided with similar cases, including the death penalty handed down in May against a Pakistani-American who killed his partner Noor Mukadam in 2021 for refusing to marry him.