Key Takeaways
- A 12-year-old domestic worker, Zainab, was brutally beaten to death with sticks in Olakh Park, Sheikhupura.
- The alleged perpetrators are Farukhanda Bibi’s husband and her 20-year-old son, who were arrested by police.
- Zainab’s mother reported that the child worked for Rs4,000 per month and pleaded for justice from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
Zainab, a 12-year-old domestic worker, was found dead in Olakh Park, Sheikhupura, after being brutally beaten with sticks, according to police reports.
The alleged perpetrators, Farukhanda Bibi’s husband and her 20-year-old son, were arrested by the police shortly after the incident.
Police stated that the lady health worker and her family members were responsible for the torture and subsequent death of Zainab.
Zainab’s mother, who reported the incident, said her daughter worked full-time for Farukhanda Bibi’s family for a monthly wage of Rs4,000.
The victim’s family has appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for justice, expressing their grief and seeking accountability.
Efforts are ongoing to apprehend Farukhanda Bibi and her son, who are still at large.
The incident has sparked outrage among local communities and human rights activists, who are calling for stricter laws to protect domestic workers.
Zainab’s case highlights the vulnerability of young domestic workers and the need for better protection mechanisms in place.
