Police in Khairpur have arrested a man accused of selling his 12-year-old daughter for Rs. 300,000 and arranging her marriage. Authorities launched an investigation after receiving reports about the alleged sale and marriage of the minor girl in Chhoti Mari village.
Police identified the accused as Abdul Karim and arrested him on the orders of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP). The case has raised serious concerns about child protection and the illegal marriage of underage girls.
Police Register Case Against Accused Father
Authorities registered a case against Karim at Tando Masti Police Station over allegations that he exchanged his daughter for money and arranged her marriage. Police initiated legal proceedings following reports of the incident and took action against the accused.
The alleged transaction involved Rs. 300,000, according to the initial police account. However, further investigation will establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the details of the alleged arrangement.
Police have not publicly disclosed further information about the individuals involved in the alleged marriage. Authorities are expected to gather additional evidence as the case proceeds through the legal system.
Minor Girl To Be Produced Before Court
Police said they would produce the 12-year-old girl before a court on Monday for further legal proceedings. The court will consider the case in accordance with the applicable law and determine the next steps.
The arrest highlights concerns surrounding child marriages and the exploitation of minors in Pakistan. Such cases raise questions about children’s safety, parental responsibility and the enforcement of laws designed to protect underage girls.
Meanwhile, authorities are expected to continue investigating the allegations and examining the circumstances that led to the girl’s reported marriage. Further proceedings will help establish the facts and determine responsibility in the case.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the allegations against the accused will be subject to the legal process. Police have not announced any final findings regarding the case.
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