SCBA condemns 'brutal murder' of senior advocate in Hyderabad
National 26 May, 2026

SCBA condemns 'brutal murder' of senior advocate in Hyderabad

Business To Business, New Delhi, 26th May, 2026:    Supreme Court Bar Association on Tuesday strongly condemned the killing of senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin in Hyderabad, describing it as a “planned, brutal, and shocking murder.”
Moizuddin, 63, died on May 23 after allegedly being run over by unidentified assailants in an SUV.
In a statement issued by the SCBA, headed by senior advocate Vikas Singh, the association called for:

  • A fair investigation
  • Expeditious action
  • A thorough probe to identify and punish those responsible
The statement said:
“The attack resulting in the death of a member of the Bar is not merely a crime against an individual but an assault on the institution of justice itself.”
The incident has triggered concern within the legal fraternity, with lawyers’ bodies emphasising the importance of:
  • Safety and security of advocates
  • Protection of the justice system
  • Swift criminal investigation and prosecution
Police investigations into the killing are ongoing.

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