QUETTA (Kashmir English): Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has welcomed the court’s verdict in the murder case of Shaheed Shabbir Baloch, saying that “justice was delayed, but justice was served”.
In a statement on X, the Chief Minister said that Shabbir Baloch was not merely a government official but a beloved son, a source of support for his family, and a loyal friend whose loss left a deep impact on those who knew him.
“Shaheed Shabbir Baloch was not just a trusted official, but he was a mother’s heart, a sibling’s support, and a sincere and loyal companion to his friends,” he wrote.
شہید شبیر بلوچ محض ایک باوردی اہلکار نہیں تھے بلکہ وہ کسی ماں کے لختِ جگر، کسی بہن بھائی کے سہارے اور اپنے دوستوں کے ایک مخلص و وفادار ساتھی تھے۔ انہیں جس بے رحمی اور سفاکیت کے ساتھ پتھر مار مار کر شہید کیا گیا، وہ ایسا دلخراش سانحہ ہے جو انسانیت کے ضمیر کو جھنجھوڑ دینے کے لیے… pic.twitter.com/gFMPXFOQic
— Sarfraz Bugti (@PakSarfrazbugti) June 24, 2026
He described his killing as a heartbreaking tragedy, stating that the brutality inflicted upon him was enough to shake the conscience of humanity.
“The ruthlessness and brutality with which he was stoned to death is such a heartbreaking tragedy that is enough to shake the conscience of humanity.”
The minister added that his innocent mother waited patiently and steadfastly for two long years to get justice; finally, the law took its course.
“The court gave a verdict based on the facts, and the murderers were punished.”
“This was the moment when the heart of a sad and suffering mother found some peace and contentment after years, and she realized that justice was delayed, but justice was served,” he concluded.
