Fresh FIR registered over vehicle crash linked to alleged kidnapping and assault of two foreign women in Lahore
The article details the investigation into the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of two foreign women in Lahore, Pakistan.Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directed authorities to handle the case on merit, emphasizing justice for the victims.Lahore DIG Operations Faisal Kamran confirmed that the women were rescued by Punjab Police after being kidnapped and assaulted.The suspects, including Muhammad Raza Dar (grandson of a political figure), were tracked through vehicle data and phone records.The case gained attention after an FIR was filed against five suspects, with additional arrests made as the investigation progressed.
Police sources stated that the women were taken to the airport by a suspect, leading to a vehicle crash where they sought shelter and were subsequently rescued.The DIG Operations denied claims that the women had left on their own, stating their statements confirmed police intervention.The embassy requested their early departure, but authorities asked for one more day to record statements.
The case highlights the intersection of political influence and criminal justice, with senior officers verifying suspect identities before proceeding.