The principal of a private school in Karachi, Pakistan, has been arrested for sexually assaulting teachers and staff members. The accused, Irfan Ghafoor Memon, allegedly recorded the assaults on CCTV cameras and used the footage to blackmail them.
Videos leaked online
The scandal came to light after a video of one of the assaults was leaked online. Police say they have recovered more than 25 other videos from Memon’s phone, which show him assaulting multiple victims.
Memon has been charged with rape, sexual assault, and blackmail. He is in police custody and is scheduled to appear in court on September 8.
School sealed until further notice
The Sindh Caretaker Education Minister, Rana Hussain, has ordered the school to be sealed until the investigation is complete. He has also directed the Directorate of Private Institutions to take action against all unregistered schools in the province.
SSP Hasan Sardar said, “This is a high-profile case, and those responsible will not escape justice.”
This is not the first time a school principal in Pakistan has been accused of sexual misconduct. In 2021, a girls’ school principal in Lahore was arrested on charges of raping and sexually assaulting several students.
These cases highlight the need for stricter laws and regulations to protect children from sexual abuse. They also show the importance of raising awareness about this issue and supporting victims.