Man arrested over alleged staged rape and robbery case in Multan

Police in Multan say they have arrested a man accused of masterminding a reported rape and robbery incident in the Shah Shams area, which investigators now believe was orchestrated.

The suspect, identified as Abid, allegedly arranged for a couple to stage the incident in an attempt to implicate a business rival in a criminal case, according to a police spokesperson.

Police said the plan was agreed for Rs.200,000, of which Abid aMultan robbery casellegedly paid Rs.30,000 in advance.

Investigators said technical evidence, preliminary medical examinations and other evidence indicated that the incident had been fabricated.

The couple allegedly involved in staging the incident have fled, police said, adding that raids were underway to arrest them.