7-year-old child sexually assaulted in Okara, suspect arrested 

The police have arrested a suspect accused of sexually assaulting a seven-year-old child in Gogera Khas, Okara, following a complaint lodged by the child’s father, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday. 

The District Police Officer (DPO) took notice of the incident and directed prompt action, following which the police registered a case and arrested the accused, identified as Saim.

According to the FIR, the accused had allegedly been sexually assaulting the child for the past two months. The police say further investigation into the case is underway. 

DPO Okara said strict legal action would be taken against the accused in accordance with the law, adding that those involved in the sexual abuse of children would face strict consequences. 

Furthermore, the DPO said that the investigation would be completed on merit and in accordance with the law. 

Reporter: Rana Muhammad Saleem