ISLAMABAD – As the murder story of Sana Yousuf sent shock across the country, a chilling social media story allegedly posted by killer of Islamabad-based influencer has gone viral, sparking wave of public outrage.
In the aftermath of the story, an Instagram story surfaced, reportedly from suspect’s account which read:
“If not mine, then no one’s. Don’t come into my DMs talking nonsense. Let her rest in peace wherever she is.”
The story, widely shared and condemned, fueled widespread anger as netizens called statement both brazen and heartless, especially given the gravity of the crime.
However, there is ongoing debate over the authenticity of the Instagram story. Some users argue the post came from a fake account using Umar Hayat’s photo, pointing out that the suspect is currently in police custody and therefore unlikely to have access to his social media accounts.
Sana Yousaf Murder
On the evening of June 2, Sana was shot and killed in Islamabad in a tragic incident that shocked the nation, and eventually the murderer was arrested. According to Islamabad Inspector General Ali Nasir, the accused – Umar Hayat, also known as “Kaka” – had allegedly been stalking Sana and persistently trying to initiate a friendship through social media.
The murder led to surge of online activism under hashtag #JusticeForSanaYusuf, with social media users and activists demanding swift action. Protesters and activists alike are urging authorities to thoroughly investigate the case, including the suspicious Instagram post.
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