FAISALABAD – Police have arrested two van drivers in Faisalabad for sexually assaulting and blackmailing a university student over several months. The incident came to light after the victim finally confided in her parents, leading to a swift police investigation.
According to official reports, the suspects targeted the university student during her daily commute. They allegedly gained access to her mobile phone and took compromising photos, which they later used to blackmail her. Police said the men extorted jewelry and continued to exploit the student under threat of exposure.
The ordeal lasted for months, leaving the victim traumatized and afraid to speak out. Once she revealed the situation to her parents, the family immediately contacted the authorities. Police acted quickly, arresting both van drivers and registering a case against them.
Investigators confirmed that the suspects had used the stolen photos to manipulate and control the student. They repeatedly threatened her to prevent her from reporting the abuse. Law enforcement officials stated that further inquiry is underway to determine if the suspects were involved in similar crimes.
In a related case in Lahore, police arrested a rickshaw driver for harassing a college student in the Defence B area. The incident was reported through the 15 helpline, prompting an immediate response from the Virtual Women Police Station.
According to the student’s father, the suspect had been following and harassing his daughter for several days. A female officer from the Safe City project intervened, ensuring the victim’s safety and launching an investigation. The rickshaw driver was caught red-handed and taken into custody.
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Authorities have urged parents and university students to remain cautious and report any suspicious behavior to the police immediately.
