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Pak Deputy PM Ishaq Dar's grandson, 4 others cleared in Lahore gang-rape case
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What Happened?
Punjab Police have cleared Muhammad Raza Dar, grandson of Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, and four others of sexual assault charges in a gang-rape case involving two foreign women in Lahore. Three other suspects, employees of Raza Dar, have been accused of the assault.
Key points
- The case involves the gang-rape of two foreign women in Lahore on June 29.
- Muhammad Raza Dar and four others were cleared of sexual assault charges.
- Three employees of Raza Dar have been accused of sexually assaulting the victims.
- The women were allegedly forced to transfer USD 19,500 while detained.
- Police recovered 4.3 million Pakistani rupees extorted from the women.
Key insights
- The findings may influence public perception of the legal system's handling of sexual assault cases.
- The involvement of a political figure's family could affect the case's media coverage and public interest.
- The financial aspect of the case raises questions about potential motives behind the assault.
Why it matters
The case highlights issues of sexual violence and legal proceedings in Pakistan.
Entities
Ishaq Dar· PersonMuhammad Raza Dar· PersonLahore· CityPakistan· Country
Source
India Today
