Overseas Pakistani Woman Attacked in Lahore: DIG Vows Swift Action
Police form joint teams to trace the suspect using CCTV footage as Lahore DIG orders quick investigation into gender-based violence case
A disturbing incident unfolded in Lahore’s factory area on Monday, where an overseas Pakistani woman was attacked by an armed assailant, sparking public outrage and renewed concern over women’s safety in the city. The police responded swiftly, launching an investigation and assuring that the suspect would be brought to justice.
According to an official police statement, Lahore DIG Operations Faisal Kamran has taken serious notice of the incident. He instructed the city’s superintendent of police (SP) to file a detailed report and formed joint investigative teams to trace the attacker through multiple surveillance sources.
The footage of the attack, which is being widely circulated on social media, shows the woman being assaulted by a man holding a weapon. The attack reportedly took place near Reckey Point in the factory area.
As per the DIG Operations spokesperson, the police received the emergency call at 3:40pm, and the relevant team reached the site promptly. In response to the gravity of the case, FIR No. 2395/25 was registered, and the investigation began immediately.
To ensure a thorough investigation, two dedicated police teams have been deployed. One team is reviewing footage from Safe City cameras to trace the route the suspect took leading up to the assault. The second team is analyzing private CCTV footage from nearby locations to track the attacker’s escape route.
DIG Kamran emphasized that all available resources are being utilized to identify and apprehend the culprit. “The suspect will be arrested as soon as possible and brought to justice,” he said, adding that the authorities will not rest until the victim gets justice.
The incident has once again spotlighted the alarming rise in gender-based violence (GBV) in Punjab. A recent report revealed that the province recorded 26,753 cases related to GBV, highlighting the dire need for stronger measures.
Among these, 225 cases were linked to honour killings, yet only two convictions were reported. In terms of rape cases, 4,641 incidents were documented, with a shockingly low 0.4% conviction rate. The number of kidnapping and abduction cases stood at a staggering 20,720, while only 16 led to convictions. Even domestic violence remains severely under-addressed, with 1,167 cases but only three convictions.
These statistics reflect a deep-rooted issue in the justice system, particularly when it comes to safeguarding women’s rights and ensuring accountability. The Lahore incident adds another chapter to a growing list of cases that demand urgent reforms and action.
The public, especially women’s rights activists, have demanded transparency, accountability, and real consequences for perpetrators. With police pledging rapid action, all eyes are now on how swiftly and effectively justice will be served in this case.
