Lahore Sees Increase in Reported Rape and Gang-Rape Cases in 2026
Most outlets led with the rise in reported rape and gang-rape cases in Lahore compared to the previous year, citing police data. ProPakistani focused on the general increase in cases, while Daily Pakistan (English) provided more specific figures, noting 498 rape cases and 36 gang-rape cases in the first eight months of 2026.
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Lahore reports around 500 Rape Cases, 36 Gang-Rapes in Just Eight Months
LAHORE — Lahore recorded 498 reported rape cases and 36 gang-rape cases during the first eight months of 2026, according to figures reported in September, with police data showing hundreds of cases spread across the city’s major divisions. The figures got fresh attention after a recent report showing sexual assault crimes in the first eight […]
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Rape and Gang-Rape Cases Rise in Lahore Compared to Last Year
Rape and gang-rape cases have increased in Lahore compared with last year, according to police data. Police records show that… Read More
2 articles from 2 outlets, 3 Oct–3 Oct 2026. Headlines and links belong to their outlets — HarZaviya links out and never copies article text. What does % identical mean?