In a deeply disturbing incident in Rawat, Rawalpindi, a 16-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her father over a dispute related to her TikTok account. The tragic event, which initially appeared to be a suicide, was later identified as a homicide following a detailed police investigation.
According to the FIR filed by Head Constable Shahbaz Anjum, the suspect, Ikhlaq Ahmed, demanded that his daughter Mahak delete her TikTok account. When she refused, he allegedly shot her, citing the act as one committed in the name of “honour.” Following the attack, Ikhlaq Ahmed fled the scene.
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A police team led by SHO Zahid Zahoor conducted a swift operation and apprehended the suspect. Rawalpindi City Police Officer (CPO) Khalid Hamdani took notice of the case and instructed SP Saddar Nabeel Khokhar to carry out a full investigation.
Initially, the family attempted to mislead the authorities by presenting the death as a suicide. However, the post-mortem report confirmed the presence of gunshot wounds, officially classifying the incident as murder. Investigators collected forensic evidence from the scene, and a case has been registered under relevant sections of the law.
CPO Hamdani emphasized that violence against women and minors will not be tolerated, and assured that justice will be served. He further stated that any additional individuals found to be involved will also face legal consequences.
This incident highlights growing concerns over the misuse of social media platforms like TikTok, especially among young users, and the extreme reactions it can provoke within conservative households. The case also reflects the urgency of addressing honour-based violence and improving digital awareness and parental communication in Pakistan.
