Girlfriend’s blackmail case shocks Multai court:Witnesses changed statements, but CCTV, DNA, and fingerprints provided evidence, leading to life imprisonment

In Part-1 of Madhya Pradesh Crime Files, you read that the entire Multai was in shock after Simran’s death. On the night of 3 May 2023, Simran’s lifeless, bloodied body was found on the street, with her boyfriend Sanif fleeing nearby. Initially, eyewitness testimonies were expected to be the cornerstone of the prosecution. However, during court proceedings, all three key eyewitnesses, including Simran’s brother Pintu, retracted their statements, claiming police pressure. This left the police with a crucial question: Could Sanif be proven guilty without any witnesses? Now read the rest of the story… Conflict escalates: Blackmail and relationship disputes Simran and Sanif had a long-standing friendship that evolved into love. Simran dreamt of marrying Sanif, but he was already engaged to a girl from Amravati, a match his family approved. This revelation caused intense arguments, with Simran allegedly pressuring Sanif for marriage. Police investigations revealed that Simran had recorded private videos of Sanif and allegedly blackmailed him for money, escalating tensions between them. The night of the murder: Brutal attack caught on CCTV On 3 May 2023, at around 9 PM, Simran visited Sanif, believing he might relent and discuss marriage. Minutes later, Sanif allegedly drew a knife and stabbed her 26 times. The entire assault was recorded on CCTV installed near Sanif’s house. Sanif fled the scene but was apprehended by police a short distance away near a water tank. Eyewitnesses flip: Courtroom drama Initially, eyewitnesses Aman Hussain, Salim Khan, and Sheikh Nadeem confirmed Sanif’s involvement. However, in court, all retracted, claiming police coercion. Simran’s brother, Pintu (aka Shahzad Khan), also denied seeing Sanif commit the crime. Despite this, police continued their investigation, relying on scientific evidence rather than witness testimony. Forensic evidence secures conviction Key forensic findings included: These evidences proved decisive, even after witnesses withdrew. Court verdict: Life imprisonment After two and a half years of hearings, the Multai Second Session Court delivered its verdict on 13 October 2025. The court confirmed: Verdict: Sanif sentenced to life imprisonment.