Man arrested in Karachi for acid attack on woman near Upper Gizri

Karachi police arrest a man accused of an acid attack on a woman. File photo
Karachi police arrest a man accused of an acid attack on a woman. File photo
Published September 5, 2026 12:00 AM | Updated at September 5, 2026 03:32 PM
KARACHI (Web Desk): Karachi police arrest a man accused of an acid attack on a woman near Upper Gizri after tracing the suspect through digital and technical evidence.

Woman suffers burn injuries

According to the FIR, the victim, identified as Mumtaz, is returning home after finishing work when the attack takes place.

She tells police that she is walking through a street near the Munawar Filter Plant at around 1pm when an unidentified man approaches her. The woman alleges that the man throws acid at her before fleeing the scene.

She suffers burn injuries to her face, arms, shoulder, and other parts of her body following the attack. The nature and extent of her injuries are being investigated as part of the case.

Victim files FIR at Clifton police station

Mumtaz registers a First Information Report (FIR) at Clifton Police Station following the incident.

In her statement, she tells police that the attacker fled immediately after throwing acid at her. She also tells investigators that she can identify the attacker if she sees him again.

The FIR provides police with details about the location and circumstances of the alleged attack. Investigators then begin efforts to identify and trace the suspect.

Digital evidence helps police trace suspect

Police say the accused is traced with the help of digital and technical evidence. The joint operation involves officers from the South Operations Division and the Investigation Department.

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Following the arrest, the suspect is shifted to the police station for further investigation and legal proceedings. Police are expected to examine the evidence collected during the investigation and record statements related to the case.

Investigation continues after arrest

The arrest marks a major development in the case, but the investigation is still under way. Police will determine the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack and examine the evidence available against the suspect.

The victim’s statement and the FIR are also part of the investigation. Further legal action will be taken according to the findings of investigators.

Acid attacks remain a serious concern

Acid attacks can cause severe and long-lasting injuries, particularly when the face and other exposed parts of the body are affected. Such incidents can also leave victims facing prolonged medical treatment and emotional distress.

In this case, the woman reports injuries to several parts of her body after the alleged attack near Upper Gizri. The investigation will now focus on establishing what happened and determining the circumstances behind the incident.

Police move against suspect

The arrest follows the registration of the FIR and the subsequent investigation into the alleged attack. Police say technical and digital evidence plays an important role in tracing the suspect.

The accused remains under investigation, while authorities proceed with the legal process. The case is expected to move forward based on the evidence gathered by investigators.

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