Category: Crime

A judicial magistrate in Karachi has sentenced a man to nine years in prison for sharing sexually explicit videos and images of a woman with her in-laws through a WhatsApp group, court records showed on Friday.

Judicial Magistrate (East) Gulraiz Memon delivered the verdict against Ammad Husain, finding him guilty on three counts under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016. The charges were registered with the Federal Investigation Agency’s cybercrime wing under Section 20 (dignity of natural persons), Section 21 (modesty of natural persons or minors), and Section 24 (cyberstalking).

Husain received a three-year prison term for each count, with all sentences to run concurrently. The court also imposed a fine of Rs135,000 and ordered him to pay Rs1 million in compensation to the victim. The judgement stipulates that failure to pay the fine or compensation will result in additional imprisonment.

In his ruling, Magistrate Memon noted the motive behind the crime. He said that after the victim refused to continue a “physical connection,” Husain “got annoyed and displayed the illicit videos to take revenge on the victim and her family.”

The magistrate also highlighted the societal dimension of the case, stating: “This is a classic example of patriarchal, facile masculinity and misogynistic approach prevailing in this society where the pendulum of male domination of the public has been violent, contested and culturally visible, especially in the given circumstances of this case, where a male cannot swallow a ‘NO’ to his demands.”

He further said, “Unfortunately, or/and misfortunately, there is no contemplation toward the wish and desire of a woman … A consent to talk or share some personal space with a male person, without going into its legitimacy, does not mean at all that that personal space be violated and publicly shared without her consent. Because ‘NO’ always remains ‘NO’ and no one can make a woman feel inferior without her consent.”

The magistrate also urged that governmental and civil society intervention, noting: “Our government must take serious steps to address such problems by educating the public at large while our civil society should enhance their capabilities to reach the masses and make them aware effectively, while from my side, it should be pacified by giving the culprits harsher retributive penalties.”

During the trial, Federal Investigation Agency prosecutor Sheraz Rajpar told the court that Husain and the victim had a prior relationship. He said that Husain blackmailed her and attempted to involve his friends, and when the complainant refused, he shared her explicit videos with her family and in-laws on a WhatsApp group.

The defence argued that Husain was falsely implicated. They claimed that the forensic report had been “manipulated and forged” and did not specify with whom or when the videos were shared, casting doubt on the prosecution’s case.

Kahna police have arrested a man accused of raping a woman in Lahore.

According to a police spokesperson, the woman had been staying at her nephew’s house in Dhoop Sari village when the suspect, her neighbour, allegedly lured her and took her to another location.

Police said that the suspect threatened the woman and raped her before fleeing.

Action was initiated after the woman’s nephew submitted a complaint, leading to the registration of a case against the suspect, identified as Mehmood alias Malanga.

SP (Superintendent of Police) Model Town Jahandad Akram stated that those who exploit women do not deserve any leniency.

The suspect has been handed over to the Gender Cell for further investigation.

Harbanspura police in Lahore have arrested a domestic worker accused of killing a two-year-old child by suffocation. 

According to officials, the incident took place within the jurisdiction of Harbanspura police station, where the suspect allegedly killed the child, identified as Zaid, by placing a cloth over his face.

Police stated that SHO (Station House Officer) Waqar Ashraf responded to an emergency call on 15 and took the suspect, identified as Anila, into custody on the directions of SP (Superintendent of Police) Cantt.

Initial investigation indicates that the suspect allegedly committed the act after being scolded by her employer, officials added.

A case has been registered against the nominated suspect on the complaint of the child’s father, Muhammad Umar, while the accused has been handed over to the investigation wing for further inquiry.

SP Cantt Akhtar Nawaz said that those who take the law into their own hands will be brought to justice and given strict punishment through the courts.

Gujranwala police have arrested a man in connection with the killing of three Christian women in Rasul Nagar. Authorities say the suspect allegedly lured them with promises of opportunities abroad before carrying out the murders.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Operations Rana Ghiyur Ahmad Khan said the investigation began after the body of an unidentified woman was discovered in the Civil Nagar area, which falls under the Alipur Chattha police jurisdiction.

The Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA) collected samples, and with the help of NADRA, the victim was identified as 45-year-old Nazia. Police then launched a search for her sisters, Bimla and Maria, who were reported missing.

Investigations later revealed that the two sisters were found dead too in Hafizabad.

A police team led by Superintendent of Police (SP) Saddar Akhtar Inayat and Station House Officer (SHO) Aurangzeb carried out continuous inquiries, using modern investigative techniques to gather evidence.

Authorities said that suspicion soon fell on Nazia’s husband, as he was reportedly the last person seen with her. He was taken into custody for questioning.

During interrogation, the suspect, named Mansha, admitted to killing his wife and her two sisters. Police said he carried out the murders with help from his nephews, Dawood and Subhan. 

According to investigators, Bimla and Maria were killed and their bodies dumped in the Lower Chenab Canal, from where they were later recovered in Hafizabad.

Police added that Mansha told investigators he had grown suspicious of his wife’s character, which led him to plan and execute the killings.

The City Police Officer (CPO) of Gujranwala praised the investigative team for resolving the case, calling it a significant achievement given the complexity of the triple murder.

One robber involved in a Rs190 million robbery in the Defence area of Lahore has been killed during an alleged encounter with police in Gajumata, while three of his accomplices managed to flee.

Police identified the deceased as Zazay Pathan, who had reportedly taken part in the high-value robbery the previous day. 

According to officials, when police signaled the vehicle carrying the suspects to stop, the occupants opened fire. In the ensuing exchange, one suspect was shot dead, while the vehicle was seized by authorities.

SHO (Station House Officer) Kahna Amir Shehzad and other officers exchanged fire with the suspects during the operation. A large police contingent arrived at the scene, joined by CCPO (Office of the Capital City Police Officer) Lahore Bilal Siddiq Kamyana and DIG (Deputy Inspector General) Operations Lahore Muhammad Faisal Kamran. 

Police confirmed that the body of the thief has been moved to the morgue, while a search operation is underway to apprehend the remaining suspects. Authorities said that the fugitives are expected to be arrested soon.

The robbery in Defence involved armed men entering a residence early in the morning, shortly after the household members returned from sehri. 

According to the FIR (First Information Report) filed by the affected citizen, Amir Saeed, the suspects entered the house around 4:22am, holding the family members hostage in the TV lounge while looting valuables.

The FIR states that the robbers took 200 tolas of gold, diamond jewellery worth Rs12.5 million, gold worth Rs30 million, foreign currency, and other valuables worth approximately Rs100 million from different parts of the house, including the second floor. 

The police said that the incident reflects the need for vigilance, and that all leads, including CCTV footage and witness accounts, are being pursued.

A video showing armed men assaulting a teenaged girl in the Domel tehsil of Bannu is circulating on social media, prompting responses from political figures. 

Local sources have said that the girl, identified as 15-year-old Hamshda, had been seen in Domel and nearby Township areas wearing male clothing and adopting a masculine appearance.

According to sources, her family had warned her several times against dressing that way and moving around outside.

They said that unidentified armed men allegedly abducted the girl and took her to an undisclosed location where she was subjected to torture.

Footage of the incident was recorded and later shared on social media. In the video, the girl can be heard saying that she will not go out dressed in that manner or roam around with boys again.

Sources said that she was later released after being made to promise that she would not repeat the actions.

Police officials in Domel said that no formal complaint has been filed by any party so far and that no First Information Report (FIR) has been registered in connection with the case. They added that the incident is being examined and further developments will be shared.

Meanwhile, a pamphlet attributed to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has also circulated online. The pamphlet says an inquiry will be conducted into the matter and that action will be taken if those responsible are found to have links with the group.

Separately, Awami National Party (ANP) president Aimal Wali Khan condemned the alleged torture of the minor.

“Punishing a child for earning a lawful livelihood is an insult to both humanity and Islam,” he said in a statement issued on Thursday.

He questioned whether supporting one’s family through lawful means had become a crime and said militants were using religion as a shield while bringing disrepute to it.

Referring to another case, he said a man who recorded a cricket video of young player Aina Wazir had also allegedly been abducted and tortured.

Aimal Wali Khan also questioned the silence of the government and law enforcement agencies over such incidents.

“No group has the authority to decide what is right or wrong or to determine punishments,” he said, adding that protecting the life, property and fundamental rights of citizens was the responsibility of the state and the government.

Tibba Sultanpur police in the Vehari district have arrested an injured suspect who had allegedly raped a minor girl at Chak 124/WB on Friday. 

Law enforcement officials reported that the suspect’s own pistol discharged during the pursuit, resulting in injuries to his genitals. 

The incident follows an investigation into a report from Thursday, where the suspect allegedly raped a five-year-old girl. According to the police  the child was returning to her home after purchasing candies when the assault occurred. 

According to the FIR registered on the complaint of the child’s father, the suspect allegedly dragged her forcibly to his drawing room and raped her there.

The suspect fled the scene when local residents gathered outside after hearing the child’s screams. 

Following a tip-off, Tibba Sultanpur police raided the suspect’s hideout. Law enforcement officials stated that the suspect attempted to flee the scene and while running away, he fell down and his pistol went off in his trousers.

Police reported hearing the gunshot and, upon reaching the suspect, found him in an injured condition. 

A 30-bore pistol was recovered from the suspect, who was subsequently shifted to a hospital for medical treatment following his arrest.