HARIPUR – A 21-year-old Afghan woman was allegedly gang-raped by five men in Haripur city, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, authorities confirmed.
The victim, residing in a rented house in Sector 3 of Khalabat Township, was alone as her husband is abroad for work. Reports said the incident occurred on September 11 while she was on her way to visit relatives.
A man identified as Bacha reportedly abducted the Afghan woman and took her to a nearby field. There, Bacha and four other men allegedly assaulted and raped her. The victim also suffered injuries to her face and lips while resisting the attack.
Police identified the other suspects as Nadi, Rozi, Khan Sher, Javed, and Naseer, all of whom are Afghan refugees.
Authorities confirmed that the medical report from the Trauma Center in Haripur verified the assault. A detailed forensic examination is still pending.
Police have registered a case against the suspects under Section 375-A of the Pakistan Penal Code. All five suspects have been arrested and will be presented in court for physical remand to allow further interrogation.
The harrowing incident has sparked concern over the safety of women, particularly those living alone in the region. Officials emphasized the importance of prompt action and protection for vulnerable communities, including Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan.
Residents and civil society groups have urged authorities to ensure justice for the Afghan woman and to prevent such crimes in the future.
The investigation is ongoing, and police have vowed to take strict legal action against all perpetrators involved in this brutal crime.
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