In Raiwind, a female university student reported an alleged harassment attempt by a cab driver while she was traveling to the university. The student promptly contacted the authorities through the emergency helpline number, 15.

Upon receiving the report, the Safe City team took swift action and dispatched the Nawab Town police for rescue. The police reached the location promptly and successfully rescued the victim.

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The Safe City cameras recorded the student leaving the moving vehicle and slamming the door. Using the footage, the police were able to track the vehicle, leading to the arrest of the driver.

A spokesperson for Safe City confirmed that the police took the accused into custody and initiated an investigation into the matter.

This incident highlights the importance of emergency helpline services and surveillance systems in ensuring the safety of individuals, especially women, and enabling quick response to potential threats. Last year, a similar incident occurred when a female student from Punjab University filed a complaint against a rickshaw driver in Lahore, accusing him of harassment.