Fatwaa.net - Fatawa | A person stole an amount of money from another person, and this person died. The thief wanted to return the amount but is embarrassed to tell the heirs that he stole it. He said: 'I owe your deceased a sum of money and I want to repay it.' Does this right fall away with repentance and regret?

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25 / 06 / 2026

Clearing the Debt from the Stolen Amount After the Owner's Death

Question

A person stole an amount of money from another person, and this person died. The thief wanted to return the amount but is embarrassed to tell the heirs that he stole it. He said: 'I owe your deceased a sum of money and I want to repay it.' Does this right fall away with repentance and regret?

Answer

I say, and with God's help: You are absolved of this act, God willing, and God knows best.

Clearing the Debt from the Stolen Amount After the Owner's Death

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