NCCIA arrests suspect for harassing woman via objectionable videos, threatening messages

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested a suspect accused of harassing a woman through objectionable videos, WhatsApp messages, and threatening voice notes.

According to the NCCIA, the suspect, identified as Farman Ali, was arrested from Badr Commercial, DHA.

Authorities confirmed that Case No. 118/2026 has been registered against the suspect under Sections 20, 21, and 24 of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016.

The NCCIA stated that the arrested suspect is currently in police custody on physical remand, while further investigation into the case is underway.

The agency reiterated that protecting women from cyber harassment and blackmail remains a top priority, adding that strict legal action will be taken against individuals involved in online harassment and blackmail.