SWAT: The police on Saturday registered a case against four persons for allegedly abducting and assaulting a 17-year-old girl for 16 days in the Khwazakhela area of Upper Swat.

According to an FIR, the victim told police that her mother was under treatment at Saidu Sharif Hospital. She stated that after spending three days at the hospital with her mother, she was on her way home when four accused, residents of Barkalay, Koz Kalay and Qila areas of Khwazakhela, allegedly abducted her.

The complainant alleged that the accused kept her at different houses in various areas and subjected her to assault during the 16-day period. Police officials said that they medically examined the victim and were collecting evidence to strengthen the case.

They said that they were also recording statements from the complainant and witnesses as part of the investigation.

The police promised taking strict legal action against all those involved in the case and that no one would escape the law.

Published in Dawn, May 17th, 2026