Pakistani actress Zara Noor Abbas has expressed serious concern over the growing number of cases involving child abuse, violence and murder, describing the country’s current situation as one of its “worst times.”
In an Instagram story, the actress said the most disturbing issue was not only the repeated reports of sexual abuse and killings, but also the apparent lack of strong and exemplary action against those accused of such crimes.
According to Zara, when perpetrators do not face swift and effective consequences, it creates a dangerous environment in which criminals may become increasingly emboldened.
She questioned how parents can possibly protect their children when reports of horrific crimes continue to emerge, and asked whether citizens are being left with the impression that taking the law into their own hands is the only option.
Zara also raised concerns about what she described as an inadequate response from the justice system, arguing that public confidence in the law can only survive when serious crimes are investigated properly and offenders are held accountable through due process.
The actress referred to the case of Mir Raza Ali, in which a body was reportedly exhumed for a second post-mortem. The case had initially been treated as a suspected suicide, while a subsequent report reportedly raised questions about possible violence and a gunshot wound.
She also expressed concern over the reported rape and murder of a young girl in Karachi, where the accused’s age has become a factor in discussions about psychological assistance and legal proceedings.
The incidents have raised renewed concerns among parents who are increasingly worried about the safety of their children.
The issue goes far beyond the statements of a celebrity. When crimes against children repeatedly make headlines, they become a serious test of a society’s justice system, law enforcement and the state’s ability to protect its most vulnerable citizens.
Zara Noor Abbas’s concerns ultimately raise a deeply troubling question:
If parents cannot feel confident that their children are safe, and if criminals do not fear the consequences of their actions, how long can public trust in the justice system survive?
