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Crime
Father, son seen driving with daughter Sofiya’s body in Ahmedabad
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 12:37 AM
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Police in Ahmedabad have identified a father and his son who were spotted circulating the city with the corpse of their daughter, Sofiya, after a video involving her and a young man went viral.
Police officials in Ahmedabad reported that a father and his teenage son were observed driving through the city while carrying the body of their 19‑year‑old daughter, identified as Sofiya. The pair were seen on local streets, prompting bystanders to alert authorities.
Investigators say Sofiya’s death is linked to a video that showed her with a young man, which later circulated on social media platforms. The content of the video is believed to have triggered a violent confrontation that resulted in her killing, though the exact circumstances remain under probe.
The Gujarat police have launched a criminal investigation, registering a case of homicide and seizing the vehicle used by the family. Senior officers have appealed for witnesses to come forward and have warned against spreading unverified footage that could hamper the inquiry.
As the investigation continues, local residents expressed shock at the grim sight of a family transporting a corpse through public roads, underscoring concerns about safety and the impact of viral media on personal lives.
Investigators say Sofiya’s death is linked to a video that showed her with a young man, which later circulated on social media platforms. The content of the video is believed to have triggered a violent confrontation that resulted in her killing, though the exact circumstances remain under probe.
The Gujarat police have launched a criminal investigation, registering a case of homicide and seizing the vehicle used by the family. Senior officers have appealed for witnesses to come forward and have warned against spreading unverified footage that could hamper the inquiry.
As the investigation continues, local residents expressed shock at the grim sight of a family transporting a corpse through public roads, underscoring concerns about safety and the impact of viral media on personal lives.