High-Profile Mystery: Former Punjab DGP Faces Murder Probe

Former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa and wife Razia Sultana face murder charges over their son Akil Akhter's death. Found dead in Panchkula, Akhter's passing, initially deemed non-suspicious, raised alarms following social media posts alleging threats. A Special Investigation Team probes into the murky scenario.

Mohammad Mustafa, former director general of police in Punjab, and his wife Razia Sultana, have been implicated in the unsettling death of their 35-year-old son, Akil Akhter, in Panchkula, Haryana.

The death, originally considered non-suspicious, is now under scrutiny due to emergent social media allegations by the deceased regarding family disputes and threats to his life. An FIR, citing murder and conspiracy, has been lodged.

Panchkula police, driven by a complaint filed by Shamshuddin from Malerkotla, have assigned a Special Investigation Team for an extensive probe. Justice and transparency remain the stated priorities for the authorities amid public interest.

(With inputs from agencies.)