UP quadruple murder case: From juvenile killer and rapist to violent psychopath - a trail of brutality emerges

LUCKNOW: Aamir, the accused in Ambedkar Nagar multiple murders, had a disturbing and violent criminal history, which police describe as indicative of a “psychopathic mindset,” marked by brutality, repeated offences, and a complete disregard for human lives.

Police records reveal that on Nov 11, 2021, Aamir, along with three associates, had murdered a man. A case was registered under Sections 302 (murder) and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence) of the IPC. Being a minor at that time, Aamir was produced before the Juvenile Justice Board, which on Dec 6, 2024, sentenced him to two years and 10 months of simple imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1,500.

Despite this, Amir’s criminal activities escalated after his release. On Aug 19, 2024, he allegedly raped a 55year-old Dalit woman and attempted to strangulate her. He was booked under Sections of the BNS and the SC/ST Act. The case is under trial in a Pocso court.

On Aug 21, 2024, Aamir had allegedly opened fire at a police team. In retaliatory action, he sustained a bullet injury in the leg. A separate case was registered under the Arms Act and BNS provisions.

Police say his pattern of crimes—including murder, sexual violence against a Dalit woman, and armed confrontation with police—reflects a deeply entrenched criminal psyche. Officials believe Amir’s escalating brutality and lack of remorse point to a dangerous and unstable personality, making him a significant threat to public safety.

Ambedkar Nagar SP, Prachi Singh, said Aamir was a ‘psychopath’. “We checked the records and found that he had raped the woman just because she had abused him and had murdered the man following a fallout over road rage, the SP added.

Quadruple murder case: Youth who killed woman, her 4 kids shot in encounter
Aamir Ahmad (20), said to be the prime accused in the murder of a woman, Gaasiya Khaaton (35), and her four kids, was killed in an encounter with Ambedkar Nagar police Monday.

Police said that Aamir was trying to flee towards Nepal when a team challenged him. He was on bail in a separate murder case and killed Khatoon and her kids over a property dispute, they added.

The case saw shifting police versions over the weekend. After the children’s bodies were found on Saturday, police initially claimed the mother had killed them and fled, issuing her photographs in the adjoining districts to seek information. About 24 hours later, her body was recovered and police said she had died by suicide, citing the absence of injury marks.

Ambedkar Nagar SP Prachi Singh said fresh leads emerged from mobile phone data, CCTV footage, local inputs, and preliminary forensic findings, hinting presence of a male member on the spot of crime of four children.


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