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LAHORE, Nov 28 (APP):Dera Ghazi Khan district police have arrested a man on the charges of assaulting his mother after the victim submitted a complaint at an open court.
According to a spokesperson, the elderly woman informed the authorities that she had been subjected to prolonged mistreatment, abuse and threats by her son, which endangered her safety and dignity.
District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Ali Wasim took prompt notice of the complaint and directed the police team to take immediate action. The accused was arrested and a case has been registered under relevant provisions of law.
The DPO said violence against women would not be tolerated under any circumstances, adding that a zero-tolerance policy was being enforced to ensure timely justice in all domestic abuse cases.
The spokesperson said that under the supervision of the DPO, victims of domestic violence in Dera Ghazi Khan would be provided legal support and full protection of life, property and fundamental rights.
Citizens have been urged to report incidents of domestic abuse without hesitation so that timely action can be taken and perpetrators brought to justice.