In shocking incident of honour killing has taken place in Jhelum, where a 16-year-old girl was allegedly shot dead by her uncle, ARY News reported citing police.

According to police reports, the man, who has since fled the scene, committed the heinous crime in the name of “honor”.

The police have registered a case against the uncle on the complaint of the girl’s father. The victim was found dead on the road, with multiple gunshot wounds.

Earlier last year, two sisters, who contracted free will marriages, were killed in the name of honour in Vehari.

Source: ARY News