NEZAM SALANGY FROM BROMSGROVE SENTENCED TO LIFE FOR BRUTAL MURDER OF WIFE ZOBAIDAH

Nezam Salangy, a 44-year-old resident of Bromsgrove and owner of Prego Pizza, was formally sentenced to life imprisonment at Worcester Crown Court on Thursday, June 23, after being found guilty of the murder of his wife, Zobaidah Salangy. The court heard that Salangy had been convicted last month of killing the 28-year-old woman, a housewife, and subsequently burying her body in a wooded area near Bromsgrove.

Judge Nicholas Hilliard emphasized during the sentencing that Salangy had failed to provide any credible explanation for his wife’s death. Despite maintaining that she was still alive and claiming that the police body they found was not hers, Salangy’s actions painted a different picture. The court was informed that he had initially reported Zobaidah missing after a friend from Small Heath advised him to contact the police. However, Salangy later fabricated text messages, falsely claiming that she had left him to run off with another man, in an attempt to cover his tracks.

Further investigation revealed that Salangy had buried Zobaidah’s body in a wooded area close to Bromsgrove. It took law enforcement more than six months to locate her remains, which were wrapped in bin bags and a Primark duvet that matched her family’s belongings. The body was severely damaged and initially unrecognizable, complicating the recovery process. Evidence showed that Salangy had conspired with his two younger brothers to hide her death, demonstrating a disturbing level of collusion.

The court also examined the troubled nature of Salangy and Zobaidah’s marriage. Testimonies indicated that their relationship was marked by unhappiness and possible violence, including accusations of slapping and hair-pulling. Zobaidah had expressed fears for her safety, and there were threats from Salangy that underscored her vulnerability. Her family, devastated by her loss, described her as a responsible wife and a loving mother, highlighting her aspirations and the tragic brutality of her death.

The conviction underscored Salangy’s apparent lack of remorse and his persistent efforts to conceal the crime. The case also shed light on the profound impact of her murder on her family, including her sisters and parents, who remain deeply grief-stricken. The investigation revealed the extent of the trauma inflicted upon her loved ones and the brutal circumstances surrounding her death, leaving a lasting scar on the community of Bromsgrove.