PoK legislator on UK police bail over alleged child sex offences

The Story in Brief

Rukhsar Ahmed, re-elected last week to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir’s legislative assembly, is on police bail in Britain over alleged child sexual offences dating to the 1990s, The Times of India reports. Greater Manchester Police arrested the 62-year-old at Manchester airport on July 18, 2024, on suspicion of rape and trafficking girls in care in Manchester.

Two women allege Ahmed raped and trafficked them when they were children in care homes. He was due to answer bail last month but did not attend, citing illness and inability to fly. A UK judge had allowed him to travel to Pakistan. He must report to police within six weeks. Operation Edison has made 22 arrests since its 2020 launch.

The Indian Opinion

The story invites two lazy conclusions: that election to public office proves guilt, or that the allegations are politically manufactured. Neither follows from a police investigation or bail status. The alleged victims deserve a proper inquiry, while Ahmed is entitled to due process. His next required appearance will matter more than campaign photographs or political influence. Will he attend within six weeks, or will British police seek a warrant?

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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