Man sentenced to death thrice for rape, murder of boy in Rawalpindi
- By Web Desk -
- Sep 04, 2025
RAWALPINDI: A sessions court on Thursday sentenced a man to death three times after he was convicted of kidnapping, raping, and murdering a 13-year-old boy in Rawalpindi.
Additional District and Sessions Judge Afshan Ijaz Sufi announced the verdict, sentencing the accused, Irfan Azeem, to death on three counts—murder, rape, and abduction. The court also imposed a total fine of Rs1 million.
According to case details, Irfan Azeem abducted the minor, subjected him to sexual assault, and later killed him by stabbing. The incident took place in March 2023, and a case was registered at Dhamial Police Station.
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