Sialkot, Could 12, 2025 — In a deeply alarming incident that has sparked outrage throughout human rights circles, a younger Christian man, Kashif Masih (son of James), was brutally tortured and murdered by Punjab Police Inspector Malik Irfan, his son, and nephews. The incident passed off within the Christian locality of Cheema Iqbal Chowk, village Banu, inside the jurisdiction of Police Station Moutra, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
In response to the First Data Report (FIR No. 1798/25), lodged on Could 12, 2025, the assault occurred within the early hours of the morning and was a part of what was claimed to be a “non-public investigation” right into a cell phone theft performed by Malik Irfan’s private crew.
The FIR, registered by the sufferer’s brother, states that Kashif Masih was taken into custody by Malik Irfan and his family members, together with his son and nephews. He was then subjected to horrific torture. Kashif sustained a number of damaged ribs, a deep head wound, and nails had been cruelly pushed into his genitals and legs. He succumbed to his accidents shortly after being taken to the hospital. The medical report confirmed the presence of extreme bodily trauma and torture marks throughout his physique.
This incident has raised severe questions in regards to the misuse of authority and police brutality, particularly in the direction of minority communities. Civil rights organizations and Christian leaders have condemned the killing and demanded quick arrest and prosecution of the accused underneath anti-terror and homicide costs.
The FIR names Sections 302 (homicide), 148 (rioting with lethal weapons), and 149 (illegal meeting with widespread object) of the Pakistan Penal Code. The case has been referred to the Murder Investigation Unit (HIU) underneath investigation quantity LHC/1291.
We’re calling on the Punjab authorities and the Inspector Common of Police to take swift motion to make sure justice for Kashif Masih and safety for the grieving household.
Our group is in direct contact with the grieving household and is dedicated to offering full authorized assist to make sure that justice is served. We stand firmly with the Christian group on this time of mourning and name upon the provincial authorities and judiciary to take swift, clear, and uncompromising motion in opposition to these accountable.
