The family behind the well-known Shalimar Restaurant USA is mourning the sudden loss of Shahid Latif, who reportedly died in a tragic road accident in the United States. News of his passing spread quickly across social media on Wednesday, with relatives and friends sharing heartfelt tributes and prayers for the grieving family.
According to posts shared online by family members, Shahid Latif was the younger son of Seth Muhammad Latif, a restaurateur widely known for his involvement with the Shalimar Group of Restaurants in the United States. The family’s restaurants have built a strong reputation over the years, serving South Asian cuisine and becoming popular gathering places for communities in several American cities.
In a Facebook post, a relative identified as Saith Shakeel Aslam shared the heartbreaking news of Shahid Latif’s passing. Aslam wrote that “Seth Shahid Latif, the younger son of Seth Muhammad Latif (Shalimar Restaurant USA), died in a road accident in America,” while also offering prayers and condolences to the family during their time of grief.
Another family member, Arslan Raza, also expressed deep sorrow in a tribute shared online. Raza described Shahid as his “beloved cousin” and said the tragic accident had left the entire family devastated. Messages of sympathy and support quickly followed, with many people sharing memories and offering prayers for the family.
While news of the tragedy has circulated widely, officials have not yet released detailed information about the crash that claimed Shahid Latif’s life. The exact location of the accident and the circumstances surrounding the collision have not been publicly confirmed. Authorities are expected to provide more details once the investigation progresses.
The family has not yet issued an official public statement regarding the loss. However, a relative, Zahid Latif, indicated that the family is asking for privacy as they cope with the devastating loss. As tributes continue to pour in, many are remembering Shahid Latif as a beloved son, cousin, and member of a family known for its contributions to the restaurant community.
