A four-year-old girl who went missing two days ago had been raped and killed in the outskirts of village Karim Daad in Gujrat district, police have said.
Police said that the Noor Fatima was allegedly assaulted by her cousin before being killed. Her body was then reportedly placed in a sack and thrown into a drain.
Rescue teams are searching the drain near Karim Daad village for the girl’s body. The operation had been affected by darkness, making it difficult for teams to continue the search.
According to a police spokesperson, investigators are examining different aspects of the case, including the allegations of rape and murder. Evidence is also being collected to determine those involved in the incident.
The case has caused grief and anger among residents of Karim Daad, with the community expressing concern over the girl’s death.
Police said that several incidents involving the recovery of bodies of missing girls have been reported over the past two days, raising questions about police performance.
Authorities said that four missing girls have been found dead during the period, causing concern among residents.
The police spokesperson said those responsible for Noor Fatima’s death would be brought to justice and that a full investigation into the incident was underway.
