ATC Grants 10-Day Physical Remand of Sherbaz Satakzai in Balochistan Honour Killing Case
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Quetta on Wednesday approved a 10-day physical remand of Sherbaz Satakzai, the prime suspect in the high-profile honour killing case that shocked Balochistan last month. The suspect has been handed over to the Crime Investigation Wing for intensive interrogation.
Satakzai was produced before ATC Court No. 1, where police sought extended custody to complete their investigation. The court granted the request, directing that the suspect remain in police custody for 10 days.
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The incident, which took place in Degari just days before Eid ul Adha, involved the brutal daylight killing of a man and a woman. The crime gained national attention after a graphic video of the murders surfaced on social media, sparking outrage and calls for immediate justice.
Following the public uproar, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti took swift notice of the case, ordering an accelerated probe and directing law enforcement to apprehend all individuals involved. Multiple arrests have since been made, with Satakzai identified as the primary accused.
Authorities have indicated that further leads are expected from Satakzai’s interrogation, as investigators work to determine the exact motive and whether additional accomplices were involved in orchestrating the killings.
Timeline of the Degari Honour Killing Case
- June 12, 2025 – The double murder occurs in Degari, Balochistan, days before Eid ul Adha.
- June 14, 2025 – A disturbing video of the incident surfaces on social media, triggering national outrage and media coverage.
- June 15, 2025 – Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti orders an immediate inquiry and directs law enforcement to arrest those responsible.
- June 17–20, 2025 – Police carry out multiple raids; several suspects are detained, with Sherbaz Satakzai identified as the prime suspect.
- July 23, 2025 – Satakzai is presented before the ATC, which grants a 10-day physical remand for further interrogation by the Crime Investigation Wing.
Honour killings have been a persistent issue in Balochistan, with several cases reported from tribal and remote districts like Naseerabad, Jaffarabad, and Kohlu. These incidents often stem from deeply rooted tribal customs and perceptions of “family honour.” Despite legal reforms such as the 2016 anti-honour killing law, enforcement challenges, lack of witness protection, and social stigma continue to hinder justice. Rights groups consistently call for stronger state measures and community-level education to end honour-based violence in the province.
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