LAHORE – A mentally challenged girl was allegedly raped in Lahore’s Kahna area, with police arresting the suspect shortly after the incident.

According to police sources, the victim had gone to a nearby tandoor to buy bread when the suspect, identified as Zeeshan, allegedly abducted her and took her to an undisclosed location where he sexually assaulted her before fleeing.

Police launched an immediate investigation after receiving the report, obtained CCTV footage from the area, identified the suspect and arrested him.

Model Town SP Asad Ali said CCTV footage also captured the suspect fleeing the scene. He added that prompt action was taken following a complaint filed by the victim’s father.

The officer said a case had been registered against the suspect, and the investigation had been handed over to the Gender Cell. He stressed that those involved in the exploitation of women would not be shown any leniency.

SP Asad Ali said the suspect would be dealt with strictly in accordance with the law and assured that justice would be provided to the victim.

Police have launched further investigations, while the victim is undergoing a medical examination.