The body of Abdullah Hatef, a young Afghan man who had been missing for nearly two weeks, was reportedly handed over to his family on Sunday, according to local sources.
Abdullah Hatef, the son of veteran Afghan journalist Bashir Hatef, reportedly disappeared on August 26 while traveling along Meywand Road in Kabul. Since his disappearance, his family had been seeking information about his whereabouts and the circumstances surrounding his case.
Sources said that Abdullah’s body was eventually returned to his family, but no clear information has emerged regarding where he was held during his disappearance or what led to his death.
The case has raised concerns over security and unexplained disappearances in Kabul, particularly amid reports of individuals going missing without their families receiving timely information about their whereabouts.
Abdullah’s connection to veteran journalist Bashir Hatef has also drawn attention to the case. However, details about whether his death was linked to his family background, his disappearance, or another motive remain unknown.
No confirmed details have been reported regarding those responsible for the disappearance or death, and the circumstances surrounding the case remain unclear.
The family and local sources are expected to seek further information about the incident, including where Abdullah was held and how he died.
The case has renewed concerns about the safety of civilians in Afghanistan and the lack of transparency surrounding some disappearance and death cases.