According to Christian lawyer Lazar Allah Rakha, a Pakistani judge has sentenced a Muslim to death for killing a 20-year-old Christian in front of his family. Muhammad Zubair was given the nation’s harshest punishment for murder on November 9, 2023, by Saima Riyasat, additional sessions judge of Pasrur, Sialkot District.
Christian Daily International-Morning Star News reported Rakha’s statement, “The convict is a hardened criminal and was already involved in several cases of a heinous nature.”
“However, he managed to escape punishment every time because of his family’s political influence and criminal history, which had emboldened him to the extent that he started targeting Christian residents without any fear of punishment.”
The victim’s father was praised by the lawyer for his unwavering commitment to pursuing justice for his beloved son.
“The family has faced immense pressure and threats from the convict’s family to reach a settlement, but they have shown exemplary courage and perseverance, and today God has served them with justice,” Rakha said.
“The punishment handed to Zubair should serve as an example for all those who target marginalized communities, especially Christians, with violent crimes.”
