23 cases registered under PECA

LAHORE: In a major crackdown on the spread of misinformation and anti-state activities on social media, Lahore police registered 23 cases under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) in the past 24 hours.

According to officials, the cases target individuals accused of uploading fake videos and promoting objectionable and obscene content aimed at national institutions. Strong legal cases are being prepared against the accused, backed by substantial evidence.

Girl student hit to death

An accident claimed life of a 15-year old female student, who was fatally struck by a speeding tractor-trolley while crossing the road in the Chuhng police area on Thursday. According to police and eyewitness accounts, Fariha was attempting to cross the road when a fast-moving tractor-trolley hit her. The impact left her severely injured, and the driver fled the scene immediately, leaving the girl behind without offering help. Rescue teams rushed her to hospital, where doctors tried to save her life. However, she succumbed to her injuries during treatment. Police shifted the body to morgue.

Rape bid foiled; suspect held

Ghaziabad police arrested a man for attempting to rape a seven-year old girl. According to the spokesperson, the victim went to a general store where the accused Riaz lured her and tried to rape her. Police have registered a case against the accused and handed him over to the Gender Cell for further investigation. Meanwhile, Barki police reunited two sisters with their family. The girls were identified as Maria, 12, and Monica, 9.

Two women commit suicide

Two women took their own lives in separate areas here, highlighting the growing trend of suicide cases in Lahore. In Sandha’s Hakimanwala Bazaar, a 20-year-old girl reportedly ingested toxic pills concealed in wheat. She was rushed to the hospital in an unconscious state. Despite medical efforts, she could not be revived and was pronounced dead shortly after.

In a separate incident in Harbanspura, 35-year-old Abida also ended her life by consuming poisonous pills. Rescue teams responded quickly, but she too could not be saved. Police transported the bodies to morgue.