A 17-year-old boy, identified only as Rehan, was tragically murdered in Bhopal, India, following a disturbing and escalating incident involving a social media claim that human testicles could fetch millions of rupees on the black market. Police authorities in Bhopal, led by Deputy Commissioner Ayush Gupta, have arrested two individuals, 20-year-old business student Zoheb Khan and 18-year-old Aamir Qureshi, suspecting them of orchestrating the horrifying event. The initial report details a series of events that began with a social media post suggesting a lucrative opportunity – the potential sale of testicles for £100 million – which quickly gained traction and attracted a significant number of individuals. The post, circulating on platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp, was allegedly misleading and fueled a false belief in the potential value of human testicles, leading to a deliberate attempt to lure the teenager to a secluded location on August 6th. Police discovered Rehan’s body at Lower Lake near Dhobi Ghat on August 10th, four days after he was reported missing by his mother. A tattoo, identified as belonging to Rehan, was found on his body, assisting in his identification.
According to police investigations, Zoheb Khan, the alleged mastermind, allegedly recruited the group, presenting them with a false scenario involving the organs being sold to buyers in the Gulf for a substantial sum. Investigators allege that Khan, acting as a doctor, claimed to possess knowledge of how to remove the organs, and purchased a white apron, stethoscope, and thermometer online, purportedly using them while simultaneously training the others. The group, comprising three minors, were detained in connection with the case. Police have been investigating the extent of the recruitment process and the precise details of the training regime.
The initial claim on social media initially suggested a potential buyer was waiting for the organs, leading to a frantic search and a perceived urgency. Police allege that Khan subsequently instructed them to dispose of the organs in separate lakes, furthering the potential for a significant financial gain. The investigation has now escalated, with authorities actively pursuing the full circumstances surrounding Rehan’s death and the roles of each suspect.
Authorities have stated that the investigation remains ongoing, working to establish the full details of the events leading up to Rehan’s death and to determine the precise intentions of Zoheb Khan and Aamir Qureshi. The social media post that initially sparked the alleged scheme has been flagged for review as part of the ongoing investigation, and authorities are exploring whether the post contributed to the group’s actions. The incident highlights a disturbing pattern of online deception and the potential for these schemes to escalate into violence, raising serious questions about social media’s impact on criminal activity.
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Source: Adom Online
