A shocking incident has been reported in Pakistan’s Punjab province where a father allegedly shot and killed his daughter after she refused to delete her TikTok account, according to confirmation from police authorities on Wednesday. The incident underscores the growing tensions and generational conflicts arising from the use of social media platforms among young people in conservative societies.
The tragic event took place in Dhok Choudrian Takht Pari, a locality situated in the Rawalpindi district of Punjab province. According to local police sources, the father had persistently demanded that his daughter remove her TikTok profile, believing that her online activities were dishonourable and brought shame to the family.
Despite repeated warnings from her father, the young woman refused to comply, choosing to keep her TikTok account active. Enraged by her defiance, the father allegedly resorted to extreme violence and shot her dead inside their home. Police reports indicate that the suspect fled the scene immediately after committing the act, leaving the family and local community in shock and fear.
Law enforcement authorities have since registered an official First Information Report (FIR) regarding the case, and an extensive manhunt has been launched to apprehend the accused father. Investigators are currently working to trace his whereabouts and bring him to justice.
Initial reports from the investigation reveal that the family initially attempted to mislead authorities by presenting the incident as a case of suicide. They allegedly claimed that the young woman had taken her own life to protect the father and cover up the true nature of the crime. However, forensic evidence collected from the scene contradicted this narrative and strongly indicated foul play.
Police forensic teams carried out detailed examinations at the crime scene, including ballistic analysis and autopsy preparations. Their findings ultimately confirmed that the victim was murdered rather than having died by suicide. The authorities emphasized the importance of forensic science in uncovering the truth in such cases, especially where family members attempt to obscure facts to protect the perpetrator.
The victim’s body has been transferred to a local hospital for autopsy as part of the ongoing investigation process. Officials stated that the results of the autopsy will further aid in confirming the circumstances of her death and strengthen the legal case against the suspect.
This incident has sparked outrage and renewed debates about the safety of women, the influence of social media, and the impact of rigid cultural norms in parts of Pakistan. Many activists and human rights organizations have called for stronger protections for young women and harsher penalties for those who commit violence under the guise of preserving "family honor."
The investigation is still underway, and police have assured the public that they are making every effort to apprehend the suspect and ensure justice is served for the victim.