Lahore Police Arrest Suspect in Azerbaijani Woman Assault Case

Lahore police have arrested one suspect in connection with a case involving the alleged sexual assault of an Azerbaijani woman in the Defence C area of the city. The suspect has been identified as Mohsin, while investigators say efforts are continuing to locate and arrest two other suspects linked to the case.

The case was registered at Defence C Police Station after the complainant, identified as Diana, approached authorities over the alleged assault. Police officials said the complaint triggered a formal investigation, including medical examination procedures and the recording of the victim’s statement before a court.

According to the DIG Investigation, the woman’s medical examination indicated that sexual assault had taken place. Her statement under Section 164 of the criminal procedure framework was also recorded before the competent court, a step that can carry legal weight as investigators prepare the case for further proceedings.

Investigators said raids are being carried out in different areas to arrest the remaining suspects. Officials have not announced further arrests yet, but they said the search operation is continuing as part of the criminal investigation into the incident.

The medical report noted pressure marks on the woman’s shoulder and injuries on her knee, while DNA samples were also collected from her body for forensic analysis. The report further stated that marks on parts of her body supported the allegation of sexual assault.

The medical team referred the woman to a psychiatrist as part of the post-incident examination and care process. The report also stated that she was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident, a detail that investigators are expected to assess alongside forensic and witness evidence.

Police also said the suspects allegedly threatened the woman during the assault by claiming to have high-level connections. That allegation may become part of the wider investigation as authorities examine whether intimidation or coercion was used during the incident.

The case is likely to remain under close public scrutiny because it involves a foreign national and serious criminal allegations in Lahore. The immediate next steps include completing forensic analysis, arresting the remaining suspects, and submitting investigative findings for legal proceedings.