LAHORE MIRROR — Noman, the prime suspect in the suicide case of Laiba, who aspired to pursue higher education in the United States, was killed by gunfire from his own accomplices during a police operation, Islamabad police said.
According to a police spokesperson, a team was taking Noman for the recovery of evidence at his identification when four men riding two motorcycles opened fire within the jurisdiction of Ramna Police Station in an attempt to free him.
Noman sustained gunshot wounds during the exchange of fire and was taken to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The police team remained safe due to bulletproof jackets and other security measures, the spokesperson said.
Noman was named in the case involving Laiba, who allegedly died by suicide on October 9. Police have launched a search operation to arrest his accomplices.
According to the FIR, Laiba Ijaz had allegedly paid Rs9.3 million to Noman on the promise of securing a US visa, a scholarship and admission to Harvard University. She was allegedly provided with fake scholarship documents, university offer letters and fee receipts.
The alleged fraud shattered Laiba’s dream of studying in the United States and left her facing severe financial losses and mental distress, according to the report.
