Puttur: Arif (24) from Uppinangady Murdered by Sri Lankan Colleague in Doha
Daijiworld Media Network – Puttur (RD/SB)
Puttur, Jun 7: A youth from Uppinangady near here and employee in Doha was murdered at his accommodation allegedly by his colleague on June 4, sending his family members into deep shock.
The deceased has been identified as Arif (24), a resident of Safa Nagar, Uppinangady. He was employed for nearly two years in Doha, the capital of State of Qatar.
It is learnt that a Sri Lankan colleague of Arif on Saturday June 4 came to Arif’s accommodation. When Arif opened the door, the man stabbed him brutally and fled. Meanwhile, Hameed, Arif's brother, who saw the murderer flee tried his best to save Arif. Hameed removed the knife and soon made arrangements to take Arif to hospital. However, Arif breathed his last on the way.
Arif’s brother Hameed too is employed there as a driver since four years. Both Arif and Hameed were living together. Their family members were trying to get Arif married and planning one when he came on vacation in July.
Now the family is in deep shock. The mortal remains of Arif is expected to arrive at the Mangalore airport on Wednesday June 8.
It is yet to be ascertained whether the culprit has been held by Doha authorities.