SARGODHA: In a dispute over overcharging, the bus staff forcibly removed women passengers from the vehicle, subjected them to violence and threatened them with consequences.

Taking notice of the incident, District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Sohaib Ashraf sought a report, which triggered action by Jhawarian police.

Conductor Shamsher was arrested, while raids are underway to arrest the other suspects.

Deputy Commissioner retired Capt Muhammad Waseem directed RTA Secretary Malik Muhammad Tahir to take immediate action.

The vehicle was impounded at the police station.

Action has been initiated against the transport owners.

CRIMES: As Eidul Fitr approaches, incidents of theft and robbery have surged across the city. In one incident, robbers drugged a passenger at the railway station and looted him.

Published in Dawn, March 19th, 2025