Oct 19, 2023, 10:41 AM
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Murderer of celebrated Iranian director identified

Oct 19, 2023, 10:41 AM
News ID: 85263796
Murderer of celebrated Iranian director identified

Tehran, IRNA – The Iranian Police have identified the murderer of Dariush Mehrjooi, a renowned Iranian director, and his wife, Vahideh Mohammadifar, a distinguished screenwriter. The suspect was among the initial arrests made by the police.

Iranian Police spokesman Brigadier General Saeed Montazerolmahdi announced on Thursday that investigations are still underway to identify any accomplices and unravel hidden aspects of this crime. Mehrjui and his wife were murdered in their home in Alborz province, northern Iran, on Saturday night, as confirmed by the provincial chief justice on Sunday.

Mehrjui was known for his acclaimed films such as Hamoun, Dayereh Mina, The Cow, Sara, Pari, Leila, Mum’s Guest, and Santouri.

Montazerolmahdi added that the crime scene is set to be reconstructed and further information will be released shortly.

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