PML-N lawmaker Saqib Chadhar has been summoned by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Lahore in connection with an online harassment complaint filed by actress Momina Iqbal, it emerged on Thursday. The agency has also called the actress as part of its preliminary investigation into the allegations.
According to reports, the complaint, submitted online from Karachi, contains allegations against Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Member of Provincial Assembly Saqib Chadhar. Following the complaint, NCCIA Lahore initiated preliminary proceedings.
Reports said both parties are expected to appear before the agency this afternoon, where the case will initially be reviewed on merit. Since the matter involves online harassment, digital evidence, social media records, and other relevant material will be thoroughly examined.
Investigative sources said that NCCIA will record statements from both sides and determine, based on the available evidence, whether a formal case should be registered. If allegations of verbal or online harassment are proven during the inquiry, the matter could proceed as a regular police case.
According to reports, the scope of further legal action will be decided after the completion of the initial investigation, while more developments are expected based on the evidence collected.
It is worth mentioning that actress Momina Iqbal alleged on social media two days ago that she had been facing prolonged online harassment, cyberbullying, mental stress, and death threats from an influential political figure.
