Ghasemi Dies Weeks After Shooting in Illam, Iran
A 30-year-old man died in hospital following a shooting at his home in Illam, with conflicting reports on who fired.
Key points
- Shirzad Ghasemi died in September after being shot multiple times at his home in August.
- The victim's father claimed responsibility, but relatives suspect other family members were involved.
- The Hana Human Rights Organization stated it could not independently verify the conflicting accounts.
Shirzad, also known as Behrouz, Ghasemi, a 30-year-old resident of Illam, died on Sunday, September 20, 2026. He had been hospitalized for several weeks after sustaining severe gunshot wounds in an incident at his residence.
The Hana Human Rights Organization reported that the shooting occurred in the early hours of August 28, 2026. According to the organization’s information, Ghasemi was hit multiple times while resting in his bedroom, leading to a coma from which he did not recover.
Conflicting accounts of the shooter
Accounts regarding the identity of the person responsible for the shooting remain inconsistent. Nariman Ghasemi, the victim’s father, has claimed responsibility for the killing. However, relatives and acquaintances of the deceased suggest that half-siblings may have been involved.
Those relatives allege that the father accepted blame to shield his other children from legal consequences. The Hana Human Rights Organization noted that it is currently unable to independently verify these conflicting claims.
Investigation status remains unclear
As of the latest reports, the motive for the shooting has not been officially established. Law enforcement and judicial investigations are ongoing, but no confirmed details regarding the outcome of these probes have been released.
There are currently no reports indicating the arrest of other individuals in connection with the case. Observers are watching for further official statements that may clarify the roles of those involved.
