Pakistani Police Accused of Extrajudicial Killing of Doctor Held for Blasphemy

Government investigation reveals police staged a fake encounter, leading to the death of Dr. Shah Nawaz in custody.

Dr. Shah Nawaz surrendered to police after being accused of blasphemy and was assured a chance to prove his innocence.
A government probe found that Nawaz was killed in a staged 'fake encounter' by police, contradicting their claim of a shootout.
Following Nawaz's death, a mob seized and burned his body, further escalating tensions.
This incident is the second extrajudicial killing by police of a blasphemy suspect in Pakistan within a month.
Human rights groups and Nawaz's family are calling for justice and reform of Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws.