A Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) officer has allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in Shujabad, Punjab. Police said the accused allegedly took the woman to an isolated location after offering to drop her home. The incident reportedly occurred after she visited the area as a guest. The accused was identified as Mazhar, who serves as a Line Superintendent at the Sikandarabad Sub-Division.
According to police, Mazhar offered the woman a ride home. However, he allegedly drove her to a deserted orchard instead. Police said the alleged assault took place inside his car. The woman reportedly raised an alarm during the incident.
Her cries alerted nearby residents, who soon reached the location. The accused allegedly fled after noticing people approaching the area.
Police Begin Investigation
Punjab Police have registered a case against the accused following the woman’s complaint. Authorities have also initiated legal proceedings in connection with the allegation. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the reported incident. They are also collecting evidence that could help establish what happened.
Police are expected to record statements from relevant individuals during the investigation. Authorities will also determine the circumstances that led to the alleged assault.
The case remains under investigation, and the allegations against the accused have yet to be established through the legal process.
Further details are expected as investigators continue examining the evidence and pursuing the accused. Meanwhile, authorities have stressed the importance of allowing the investigation to proceed according to law.
