Killing of Pakistani doctor senseless act of violence: envoy

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Masood Khan has condemned the murder of Dr Talat Jehan Khan, who was stabbed to death in Conroe, city north of Houston.

In a condolence message, he expressed deepest condolences to the bereaved family. The Ambassador said alleged perpetrator has reportedly been arrested by the police and he is under investigation. He said the Embassy of Pakistan Washington DC and the Consulate General in Houston are ascertaining facts from the bereaved family and the relevant authorities.

Masood Khan termed the incident as “shocking” and a “senseless act of violence.”

He said Dr. Talat Jehan Khan was a dedicated healthcare professional and a beloved member of Pakistani American community. He also condoled with entire Pakistani American community and spoke to President of Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America Dr. Arshad Rehan to convey a deep sense of loss and shock.

The Ambassador assured to bereaved family that all possible support will provided from the Embassy and Consulate in Houston in completing last rites of the deceased.

The Consul General of Pakistan in Houston will attend the funeral on Wednesday.