Aliya Fakhri, the New York City woman charged with setting fire to her ex-boyfriend’s Queens home, resulting in the tragic deaths of him and another woman, has a surprising connection to the world of Bollywood. She is the sister of Nargis Fakhri, a prominent actress in Hindi-language films in India, known for her role in the 2015 blockbuster “Spy.”
According to a report by The Times of India, Nargis Fakhri has not been in contact with her sister for over 20 years and has not publicly addressed the arrest of Aliya. The 43-year-old is accused of deliberately setting fire to the detached garage in Jamaica after her ex-boyfriend, Edward Jacobs, rejected her attempts to reconcile their relationship.
Tragically, Jacobs, a 35-year-old father of three, and Anastasia Ettienne, 33, lost their lives in the inferno caused by the fire. Ettienne bravely tried to rescue Jacobs from the flames but was unable to save him due to the rapid spread of the fire.
Aliya Fakhri has been indicted on multiple charges, including murder in the first and second degree, as well as arson. She has pleaded not guilty and is facing the possibility of a life sentence in prison if convicted. Her next court appearance is scheduled for December 9.
The devastating impact of the fire has left Jacobs’ family shattered, particularly his three young sons who are now without their father. The community mourns the loss of these two innocent lives and seeks justice for the senseless tragedy.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the connections between Aliya Fakhri and her sister Nargis Fakhri continue to draw attention to this heartbreaking case. The Bollywood star’s representatives have yet to comment on the situation, leaving many wondering about the complexities of family ties and the consequences of unchecked emotions.
