Alarming increase witnessed in violence against women in Lahore
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Alarming increase in incidents of violence against women in Lahore have been recorded as intolerance, domestic disputes and property issues started to lead to violence, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday.
According to police record, in the last thirteen days, 83 women were tortured in different areas of the city.
A maximum of 26 women were assaulted in various incidents in Cantt Division while Sadar Division ranked second in incidents of violence against women and 20 incidents of violence were reported.
Moreover, 12 cases were registered in Model Town and City Division while 11 incidents were reported in Iqbal Town Division and 2 in Civil Lines Division.
However, police have registered cases of all the incidents but accused involved in these incidents of violence could not be arrested yet.
Reporter: Irfan Malik