Ward Chairman Arrested for Human Trafficking, Rape, and Fraud
Summary
A ward chairman from Syangja has been arrested in Pokhara for human trafficking, rape, and defrauding a woman of millions of rupees after luring her with a false promise of sending her to America.
Key Points
- A ward chairman from Syangja named Shiv Bahadur Thapa was arrested for human trafficking, rape, and fraud.
- The victim was lured via WhatsApp and taken to multiple countries including Dubai and Colombia under false pretense.
- The victim was held captive, tortured, and raped over a year while being extorted for large sums of money.
- The victim managed to return to Nepal with help from relatives and the Nepali Embassy, leading to Thapa's arrest.
- Investigation is ongoing under the supervision of Police Superintendent Rajan Limbu and Kathmandu District Court.
