In a heart-wrenching incident, a father in Tharushah, Pakistan, has been arrested for the heinous act of burying his 15-day-old daughter alive due to financial constraints. The shocking revelation, reported by ARY News, has drawn widespread condemnation and calls for justice.
Police identified the father as Tayyab, who confessed to the grievous crime. According to authorities, Tayyab admitted he could not afford medical treatment for his newborn daughter and thus decided to bury her alive. He reportedly placed the infant in a sack before carrying out the tragic act.
A formal case has been lodged against Tayyab, who has admitted his guilt. Authorities have indicated that the child’s grave will be opened for forensic examination as part of the ongoing investigation, following a court directive.
Incident in Lahore: Domestic Worker Abused
In a separate incident in Lahore’s Defence B area, a husband and wife are accused of severely abusing a 13-year-old domestic worker. The young girl, Tehreem, was reportedly subjected to physical torture and stripping over suspicions of theft.
The abuse came to light after Tehreem’s mother filed a complaint, leading to the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against the accused, Hassam. While Hassam has been detained, efforts are ongoing to apprehend his wife. According to the FIR, Tehreem sustained fractures to her hand and nose during the ordeal.
The Superintendent of Police (SP) Cantt has assured that those responsible for the reprehensible acts against Tehreem will be brought to justice swiftly, as reported by ARY News.
These distressing incidents highlight the urgent need for stronger protections for vulnerable individuals in Pakistan. The cases of Tayyab and Tehreem have sparked widespread outrage and underscored the necessity of addressing the systemic issues contributing to such tragedies.
As investigations continue, authorities are under immense pressure to ensure justice for the victims and prevent such incidents from recurring. The Pakistani public and international observers will be closely watching how these cases unfold and the measures taken to safeguard vulnerable lives in the future.