Sambhal, February 21: A 19-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her brother in Sambhal district late Thursday night in what authorities are investigating as a case of honor-based violence. The accused, identified as Alam, reportedly strangled his sister, Rujhan, after she refused to end her inter-faith relationship with a local man.

According to police reports, the conflict centered on Rujhan’s long-term relationship with a Hindu man from the same village. The victim had recently fled to stay with her partner in the neighboring Amroha district but was brought back home following mediation by village elders. Despite significant family pressure, she maintained her desire to marry the man, leading to the fatal escalation. Madhya Pradesh Honour Killing: Man Arrested After Shooting Dead 21-Year-Old Daughter With 'Katta' for Eloping With Relative.

The incident occurred when the siblings were alone at their family residence. Investigators state that Alam attacked Rujhan while she was resting on a cot. In a chilling turn of events, the accused did not attempt to flee the scene. Instead, he immediately dialed the police emergency helpline, confessed to the killing, and waited for officers to arrive. ‘Honour Killing’ in Tamil Nadu: Dalit IT Professional Hacked to Death in Broad Daylight in Tirunelveli.

Upon reaching the site, senior police officials discovered the victim’s body and took Alam into custody. Interestingly, the formal complaint was filed by the mother of the victim’s boyfriend. While the body has been sent for a postmortem examination, authorities are interrogating other family members to determine if the act was spontaneous or a pre-planned conspiracy. A heavy police presence remains in the village

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