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Last Updated:June 03, 2025, 21:02 IST
Sana Yousaf was allegedly killed at point-blank range by a relative who had visited her home in Islamabad’s Sector G-13.
Sana Yousaf shot dead at point-blank range by a relative, it was reported.
Sana Yousaf, a 17-year-old Pakistani social media influencer and advocate for women’s education and cultural heritage, was shot dead inside her home in Islamabad in what police are probing as a possible case of honour killing. Known widely for her vibrant TikTok and Instagram presence- where she had nearly 500,000 followers- Sana Yousaf hailed from Upper Chitral in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and had gained popularity for her videos promoting Chitrali traditions and women’s empowerment.
Media reports claimed that Sana Yousaf was allegedly killed at point-blank range by a relative who had visited her home in Islamabad’s Sector G-13. The suspect spoke briefly with her outside the house before entering, firing multiple shots and fleeing the scene, reports claimed.
Her body was sent to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for autopsy. No arrests have been made so far but authorities have launched a manhunt and are considering multiple motives.
Who Is Sana Yousaf?
Sana Yousaf gained popularity through her TikTok videos, where she was widely appreciated for highlighting Chitrali culture, advocating for women’s rights and promoting the importance of education. As the daughter of a social activist, she often used her growing social media presence to speak out on issues impacting her community, particularly those concerning young women.
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