The DNA of three suspects accused in the alleged kidnapping and gang rape of foreign women in Lahore’s Defence area has matched forensic evidence, according to the investigation and police sources. Police had sent DNA samples of eight suspects to a forensic laboratory for cross-matching as part of the investigation. Two foreign women – Venezuelan and Dutch – were allegedly subjected to torture and sexual assault in Lahore. The incident came to the limelight after a FIR was registered against five suspects, including Muhammad Raza Dar, identified as the grandson of a high-profile political bigwig. Five suspects, including Dar, are currently on physical remand. According to investigation sources, the DNA of three suspects has now been matched with the evidence collected during the probe. Investigation sources said the prime suspect, identified as Nawaz, tops the list of those whose DNA matched. Police sources identified the other two suspects whose DNA reportedly matched as Sajid and Sikandar. The remaining DNA samples are still undergoing further forensic analysis, according to investigation sources, as the inquiry into the case continues.
DNA of three suspects ‘matches’ in Lahore foreign women sexual assault case
Published on: July 7, 2026 4:01 AM