A man was arrested on charge of raping his minor stepdaughter in the Minchinabad here on Saturday.

The FIR registered with the Minchinabad police stated the man, a resident of Tariq Colony, subjected his 13-year-old stepdaughter to rape on Dec 26 and threatened her of dire consequences if she opened her mouth about the crime.

The girl, during the investigation, said that her stepfather had been continuously abusing her. According to police sources, the victim’s mother had married the suspect about a year ago. A medical report, a copy available with Dawn, confirmed repeated rape with the victim.

The police said the victim’s forensic lab report was being awaited and further action would be taken in light of the report.

Source: Dawn