In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Pakistan upheld the death sentence of Zahir Jaffer in the brutal Noor Mukadam murder case. The decision confirms the Islamabad High Court’s earlier verdict under Section 302 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
Details of the Final Judgment
While maintaining the murder conviction, the court converted Zahir Jaffer’s rape charge to life imprisonment and overturned his kidnapping conviction. His domestic staff, Iftikhar and Jameel, had their 10-year sentences reduced to time already served.
Background of the Noor Mukadam Case
Noor Mukadam, a 27-year-old woman, was found murdered on July 20, 2021, in Islamabad. Zahir Jaffer was arrested at the crime scene. The case drew nationwide attention due to its horrifying nature and the involvement of influential individuals.
The Supreme Court’s ruling brings a significant chapter in the Noor Mukadam case to a close, reaffirming justice for the victim while addressing legal nuances in associated charges.
