A woman allegedly set ablaze her 37-year-old husband Muhammad Suhail on Thursday in New Karachi’s Bilal Colony.
According to details, the husband had gone to conciliate with his disgruntled wife at her home. His wife reportedly, with the help of her family members, doused Suhail with petrol and set him on fire.
According to the deceased’s sister, her brother had been married since 15 years and was a father of four girls.
“Suhail’s wife used to quarrel with him regularly,” said the sister.
She alleged that this time around, her brother had gone to meet his kids and reconcile with his wife, however, he didn’t return home alive.
“His mental condition wasn’t stable and he used to abuse me most of the time,” the wife claimed.
Police said that a case has been registered naming five people. The deceased’s wife, father-in-law and a relative were arrested.
According to the investigation officer, raids are being conducted to arrest more suspects.
