{
  "id": 11430824,
  "title": "Punishment Rate in Sexual Crime Cases Drops Under 1% in Punjab",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/punishment-rate-in-sexual-crime-cases-drops-under-1-in-punjab",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T11:44:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/02/punishment-rate-in-sexual-crime-cases-drops-under-1-in-punjab/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Punjab, the conviction rate for sexual crime cases remains shockingly low at under 1%, according to recent data. Over 18,000 such cases have been reported since 2015, but only 77 individuals have been convicted. The lack of convictions is attributed to significant issues with investigation procedures and the loss of critical evidence. Forensic officials have highlighted weaknesses in evidence collection and preservation as major hurdles in these cases. They emphasize that the first 24 hours after an incident are crucial for gathering evidence that can aid in suspect identification and prosecution. Despite this, in seven cases involving the sexual assault and murder of young girls in Kasur, police failed to seek forensic assistance. However, in one case, forensic analysis helped identify and trace the killer. Forensic experts also pointed out flawed DNA profiling as a contributing factor in cases where suspects could not be traced. To address these shortcomings, training programs for police and prosecution personnel have commenced, focusing on proper evidence collection and preservation during the first 24 hours of investigation. Additionally, personnel from the Women Protection Authority have been trained to bolster investigations into sexual crimes. The Punjab authorities are taking steps to improve the situation, but the rate of punishment for sexual crimes remains alarmingly low.",
  "summary": "The conviction rate in Punjab’s sexual crime cases remains below one percent, with flawed investigations and the loss of crucial … Read More The post Punishment Rate in Sexual Crime Cases Drops Under 1% in Punjab appeared first on ProPakistani .",
  "key_points": [
    "Under 1% conviction rate for sexual crimes in Punjab.",
    "18,000+ sexual crime cases reported since 2015.",
    "Investigation flaws and evidence loss hinder prosecutions."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}