Key Takeaways
- Police have detained three men in connection with the alleged gang rape of a 20-year-old Azeri woman in Lahore.
- The victim was approached by two women and three men at a café, leading to her abduction and subsequent gang rape.
- The incident occurred on September 26, 2026, and the woman reported the crime to the police the following day.
Police in Lahore have arrested three men in connection with the alleged gang rape of a 20-year-old Azeri woman, who was visiting Pakistan for business purposes.
The victim, identified as Diana, reported that she was approached by two women and three men at a café on September 26, 2026. She was then taken to an unidentified flat where she was allegedly given a drug-laced substance and gang-raped.
According to the victim, the suspects consumed alcohol with her and two other women before the alleged assault. She was locked in the flat until 2pm and later released near Ghazi Interchange, with her mobile phone and luggage taken away.
The victim, who was residing near Raiwind Road, filed an application with the police on September 27, 2026, demanding action against the suspects.
Defence-C police registered a case against the three suspects and initiated an investigation. The suspects were identified as DIG Investigation.
The incident has raised concerns among the local community and has prompted calls for stricter measures to protect foreign visitors in Pakistan.
The police have taken the case seriously and are working to gather evidence and ensure a thorough investigation.
The victim's family has expressed their gratitude to the police for their swift action and hope for a fair trial.
