Screenshot from a video showing a man brutally assaulting a domestic worker in Karachi’s buffer zone.
A video showing a domestic helper being brutally assaulted on the steps of a residential property in the Buffer Zone has gone viral on social media, prompting the police to take action. The footage shows a man physically attacking the woman, while another woman accompanying him is seen trying to stop the assault.
According to the police, the incident took place on December 11, while a case has now been registered at the Gabol Town police station on the complaint of the victim, Yasmeen. SHO Gabol Town Rao Khalid said the FIR was lodged after the victim approached the police after medical treatment.
In her statement, Yasmeen said that she had been employed for cleaning work in House No. R-530, Sector 15-B, Buffer Zone. She said that on December 10, a minor verbal dispute occurred between her and Shamsa, Nauman’s wife, during work hours.
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The following day, December 11, while Yasmeen was going down the stairs to leave around 4:30 p.m., Nauman arrived and began beating her, verbally abusing her and pushing her down the stairs. She said residents of the area intervened and managed to save her. As a result of the assault, she sustained internal injuries to her face and body.
After receiving medical treatment, Yasmeen filed a complaint following which the police registered FIR No. 217/2025 against Nauman under Sections 504, 354 and 337-A(i) of the Pakistan Penal Code. The case has been handed over to the investigation wing for further action.
SHO Rao Khalid said the police have conducted several raids on the suspect’s residence, but the accused has locked the house and fled. Efforts are ongoing to trace and arrest the suspect.
