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NEW DELHI: Punjab's former director general of police Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, a former minister from the state, are among four people booked by Haryana Police in connection with the death of their son.The FIR has been registered under Sections 103 (1) and 61, covering murder and criminal conspiracy charges. Mustafa and Sultana’s 35-year-old son, Akil Akhter, died in Panchkula, Haryana, on Thursday.According to the FIR lodged by a man named Shamshuddin, Akhter’s death occurred under “suspicious circumstances”.Panchkula police on Tuesday confirmed that Mustafa, Sultana, and Akhter’s sister have been booked in the case.According to Panchkula DCP Srishti Gupta, “On October 16, Akhtar, a resident of Sector 4, MDC, Panchkula, was found dead at his residence. The family members informed the police, and their statement was recorded. No foul play was initially suspected, and the body was handed over to the family for last rites after a post-mortem examination.”She added that later, “certain social media posts and videos surfaced, purportedly made by the deceased prior to his death, alleging personal disputes and apprehensions about threats to his life.”“On October 17, a complaint was received from Shri Shamshuddin of Malerkotla, Punjab, alleging foul play in the incident,” she said.In light of the complaint and the contents of the social media posts, “an FIR dated October 20 under Section 103(1), 61 BNS has been registered at Police Station MDC, Panchkula,” DCP Gupta said.She further confirmed that “a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted under the supervision of an ACP-rank officer. The SIT will conduct a deep and scientific probe into all aspects surrounding the case.”The police statement added, “It is reiterated that the investigation shall be conducted with an open mind and without any prejudice, ensuring that no guilty person is spared and no innocent person suffers. The Panchkula Police remains committed to upholding transparency and justice in this matter.”Meanwhile, the complainant seeking immediate investigation alleged there was “simmering discontent” between the deceased and his family.The complainant also stated, “The deceased posted a video on social media, wherein he levelled serious allegations pertaining to the family-related matters. He clearly expressed apprehension that his life was in danger.”Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Diwali wishes, messages and quotes !
