Suspect in 'Ruqya' multiple-abuse case remanded until trial

The Criminal Court, on Saturday, remanded the individual accused of perpetrating psychological, physical and sexual abuse against a woman and her three daughters while confined to a house under the premise of Ruqya (exorcism).

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Mariyam Malsa

2020-12-12 20:50:56

The Criminal Court, on Saturday, remanded the individual accused of perpetrating psychological, physical and sexual abuse against a woman and her three daughters while confined to a house under the premise of Ruqya (exorcism).

Initially remanded for a 14-day period, the 24-year-old was was remanded until the end of the investigation and trial.

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