In a recent incident that shook the city of Derby, a father and son duo, Mohammed Aslam, 58, and Mohammed Nabil Nazir, 30, have been sentenced to jail time for orchestrating a murder plot involving a hijab-wearing female assassin. The intended target of the attack was a rival family, and the plan was set into motion in September 2019.
The hired assassin, Aimee Betro, who had come from the US to carry out the attack, attempted to shoot Sikander Ali but the pistol jammed, allowing him to escape. The intended target of the attack was actually Mr. Ali’s father, Aslat Mahumad, whose home was later shot at three times. The families of the defendants and Mr. Mahumad had a history of conflict and violence, which escalated into this revenge attack.
During the trial, it was revealed that Aslam and Nazir had been motivated by a violent confrontation in 2018 and were seeking revenge. The attack was described as a “complex, well-planned conspiracy” by the judge, who sentenced Nazir to 32 years in prison and Aslam to 10 years for their roles in the plot. Nazir was found guilty of multiple charges, including possession of a firearm and perverting the course of justice.
The judge emphasized that the attack was not a spontaneous act but a premeditated plan to harm Mr. Mahumad and his family. Betro, who was recruited by Nazir, played a significant role in the plot and was believed to have been rewarded for her participation. Both father and son were aware of the intentions behind the attack, with Nazir taking a leading role in organizing the crime.
The sentencing serves as a reminder of the consequences of using deadly weapons and planning violent acts. The Crown Prosecution Service, along with law enforcement agencies in the US and the UK, collaborated to gather evidence and bring the perpetrators to justice. The convictions and sentences highlight the severity of such crimes and the commitment of authorities to hold offenders accountable.
The extradition proceedings for Betro are ongoing, and it is expected that she will face criminal charges in the UK for her involvement in the failed assassination attempt. The intricate details of the case shed light on the dangers of revenge-driven violence and the lengths to which some individuals will go to settle disputes. The sentences handed down to Aslam and Nazir reflect the seriousness of their actions and send a strong message about the consequences of engaging in criminal activities.
