Key Takeaways
- Islamabad Police are investigating the death of a 22-year-old student from the International Islamic University.
- Reports suggest she paid Rs. 5 million to a visa agent for a US study visa but received fake documents.
- Initial findings suggest a possible suicide, but the exact cause of death remains under investigation.
Islamabad Police are currently investigating the death of a 22-year-old student from the International Islamic University, who was found in a green belt near Sector G-10. The student, identified as Laiba Ejaz, was discovered by authorities amid reports of alleged visa fraud.
According to media reports, Laiba had reportedly paid an agent Rs. 5 million to arrange a US study visa but was provided with fake documents. The police are examining the allegations of deception by the visa agent and the connection between the financial dispute and the student's death.
Initial findings from the investigation suggest a possible suicide, but the police have not yet reached a final conclusion. The case is being thoroughly examined to establish the exact circumstances surrounding her death.
The police are collecting evidence from the scene and are interviewing various sources to gather more information. No final findings confirming suicide or linking her death to the alleged visa fraud have been announced.
The incident has raised concerns among students and parents about the reliability of visa agents and the potential risks associated with such fraudulent practices. The police are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward.
The International Islamic University has not commented on the incident, but the university community is closely monitoring the situation. The case is being handled with sensitivity and respect for the student's privacy.
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