Death sentence given to ‘obsessed’ stalker who murdered teen TikTok star, 17, after she rejected his twisted advances
the-sun.com • • world
Key Points:
- Umar Hayat, a 23-year-old man with an obsessive fixation, was sentenced to death for murdering 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousaf in Pakistan after she rejected his advances.
- Hayat broke into Yousaf’s home in Islamabad last June, fatally shooting her during an argument witnessed by her mother and aunt, and later confessed to the crime.
- The court also ordered Hayat to pay 2.5 million rupees (£6,700) in compensation to Yousaf’s family, with her father calling the verdict a warning to similar offenders.
- Sana Yousaf, known for promoting traditional Chitrali music and dress, had a large following on TikTok, which grew further after her death, sparking nationwide outrage.
- The case highlights broader societal issues in Pakistan, where women often face punishment for asserting their independence.