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ISLAMABAD: A transgender woman has accused Islamabad police of torture in a late-night incident in F-10 Markaz, triggering widespread outrage and calls for accountability.
The victim, identified as Rabeea, said the incident occurred around 2:30 am when she was dining with friends in the commercial area. According to her account, police personnel from Shalimar Police Station arrived and allegedly began beating her and others present without provocation.
Rabeea specifically named a sub-inspector, Imran, accusing him of subjecting her to physical abuse during the incident. Her statements, along with a video circulating on social media, have intensified public reaction and demands for an inquiry.
Dear Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi ,
— Azaz Syed (@AzazSyed) April 26, 2026
IG Islamabad , Police,
Hope you are doing well. Just saw this tweet and thought to write you.
Transgender people are among the most marginalized groups in Pakistani society, yet the abuse of a member of this community by a federal police officer… https://t.co/yNXXBsvxpS
Senior journalist Azaz Syed publicly urged Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi to take immediate and strict action against those responsible. He also called for reforms within police training, including mandatory sensitization programs on dealing with marginalized communities such as transgender persons.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns over the treatment of transgender individuals in Pakistan. Despite legal protections under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2018 and the Torture and Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Act 2022, rights groups say implementation remains weak.
A recent policy brief by Justice Project Pakistan and REDRESS noted that transgender individuals face a higher risk of abuse during police interactions. Activists have repeatedly pointed to cases involving harassment, arbitrary detention, and violence.
As of April 26, no official statement has been issued by Islamabad police confirming an investigation into the incident. Authorities, including the Inspector General’s office, have been tagged widely on social media, with users demanding a transparent and swift response.
Human rights organizations have called for an independent probe, stressing that accountability is essential to prevent recurrence. They argue that failure to act decisively could further erode trust between marginalized communities and law enforcement agencies.
The case remains under scrutiny as public pressure mounts for action. Observers say the response from authorities will be critical in determining whether existing legal protections are effectively enforced or remain largely symbolic.
