A man has been charged with murder in connection with the tragic death of a beloved pediatrician and mother, Dr. Talat Jehan Khan, in Conroe.
On Saturday at 12:30 p.m., law enforcement authorities believe that 24-year-old Miles Joseph Fridrich fatally stabbed Dr. Khan, who was 52 years old, multiple times in the common area of her apartment complex.
Dr. Khan, who moved to the Alys apartments on Mansion View Drive in July with her 14-year-old daughter, was working at Texas Children’s Pediatrics Conroe. Her family emphasized that her life revolved around her children, both her own son and daughter, and the kids she cared for as a pediatrician. Her brother, Wajahat Nyaz, described her as a “kind soul.”
Neighbors of Dr. Khan reported that several people, including children, witnessed the attack. One resident, Matthew Amador, said he grabbed a Katana sword when he realized what was happening and pursued the suspect, Fridrich. Amador confronted the assailant and described him as having a blank, evil look in his eyes. He revealed that Fridrich left the scene multiple times before Amador arrived but ultimately checked Dr. Khan’s pulse to ensure she was alive and then stabbed her three more times. Amador, a firefighter currently battling cancer, had never seen Fridrich before this incident.
A delivery driver who spoke to ABC13 stated that Fridrich lived under an overpass approximately three miles from the apartment complex and often displayed agitation when denied food at his store. As of now, authorities have not disclosed a motive for the attack.
The Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) in Texas released a statement expressing condolences to Dr. Khan’s family and indicating their ongoing investigation into the incident. They are uncertain if it was a hate crime but are closely monitoring the investigation. The community is urged to be vigilant and offer prayers for the family during this challenging time.
Mohammad Ayubi, Associate Director of the Al Ansaar Masjid, mentioned that Dr. Khan had been attending the mosque for a few months and described her as a “nice person” with a strong faith. Ayubi also noted that the community is anxious and looking for answers. Security measures, including additional patrols by the Conroe Police Department, have been heightened at the masjid.
Ayubi emphasized the need to stand together as Americans, highlighting that they are all American Muslims and proud citizens of their place of worship.
