A disturbing video of a man taking off his shorts and attempting to sexually assault a woman in Karachi has gone viral on social media.
The disturbing video was shared on Twitter by a digital media outlet yesterday. The video was CCTV footage, that showed a man sitting on his bike, who seemed to be waiting for someone. His actions suggested he was on the lookout for the woman he tried to harass in the street.
The video showed a man parked his bike outside a home, taking off his shorts, and running behind a woman passing by. He tried to grab her from the back. The woman resisted and he backed off. He then ran back to his bike, wore his shorts, and left the scene.
The outrageous video has gone viral on social media with netizens asking for his immediate arrest by the authorities. The man was wearing a face mask to hide his identity.
Unknown man followed a girl on street and assaulted during day light. According to the reports, that area is Gulistan e Johar block 4, K.D.A scheme 36. Reportedly, there was no number plate on the bike.#TOKAlert #Karachi pic.twitter.com/dbibXvhGJT
— Times of Karachi (@TOKCityOfLights) July 4, 2023
Netizens, however, urge the authorities to employ the latest technologies to ensure his arrest. His arrest would ensure the safety of other women.
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The video has once again triggered the debate on the protection of women from sexual harassment. The woman in the video is seen covered with hijab. Hence questions are being raised if the clothing of the women triggers men to sexual harassment.
They are also discussing the actions taken by the authorities to stop such incidents and make public places safer for women.
It is not the first time that women have been assaulted for harassed. In Pakistan, sexual harassment is prevalent in various settings, including workplaces, educational institutions, public spaces, and even within families. Women, in particular, are often the victims of such harassment, although men can also be targeted.
In recent years, there has been increased awareness and activism surrounding the issue of sexual harassment in Pakistan. Women’s rights organizations, civil society groups, and individuals have been working to raise awareness, provide support to survivors, and advocate for stronger legal measures.