Police to grill son's girlfriend in PTI leader Dr Shahid Siddique's murder case

Police included Qayyum's girlfriend in the investigation of the murder case of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and a private Iqra Hospital Lahore owner, Dr Shahid Siddique, on Wednesday.

According to the 24NewsHD TV channel, Lahore police said the accused, Qayyum, and Shehryar have been friends for the past eight years, and the vehicle used in the crime was rented from Vehari. 

Before the murder, the shooter changed the vehicle's license plate and replaced it with the original plate after leaving the city, the police probe revealed.

The police investigation also revealed that the accused, Qayyum, wanted to marry the girl who has been included in the investigation now. 

The police did not confirm the involvement of the girl in the planning of the murder.

As per the investigation, Shehryar was staying with a friend in Valencia Town.

On August 2, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and owner of 
Iqra Hospital Lahore Dr Shahid Siddique was shot dead outside the mosque after offering Friday prayers in Valencia Town. The unidentified gunmen, who were riding a motorcycle, fired four bullets at him.

According to police sources, Dr Siddique, owner of a prominent private hospital and local leader of Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was allegedly killed by his son, Qayyum, after his father refused to buy him a luxury car worth 130 million rupees.

The demand for the car was reportedly driven by Qayyum's desire to impress his girlfriend, who was fond of the luxury vehicle.

Dr Shahid Siddique, a well-known figure in the city, had refused to fulfil his son's extravagant request, leading to severe discontent between the two. Despite his refusal, Dr Siddiq had secretly booked the luxury car as a surprise gift for Qayyum’s birthday, known only to Dr Siddique’s wife.

The surprise gift was scheduled to arrive next week, adding a tragic twist to the unfolding events.

The sources added that Qayyum, who has a history of drug addiction, particularly ice had previously orchestrated a theft in his own home a few months ago.

His erratic behaviour and lifestyle had been a constant source of tension within the family.

The police investigation further revealed Dr Siddique had been providing Qayyum with pocket money of Rs 500,000, but Qayyum had recently demanded an increase to Rs 3 million per month.

Dr Siddique had persistently urged his son to abandon his bad habits and join his business but to no avail.

The police investigation has uncovered these grim details, highlighting the deep-rooted issues within the family.

Reporter: Abid Chaudhry