13-year-old girl seen leaving house in CCTV before disappearance

Police have intensified efforts to locate a 13-year-old domestic worker who went missing from Lahore’s Gulshan Iqbal area, as newly obtained CCTV footage has provided investigators with important leads in the case.

LAHORE: Police have intensified efforts to locate a 13-year-old domestic worker who went missing from Lahore’s Gulshan Iqbal area, as newly obtained CCTV footage has provided investigators with important leads in the case.

According to a spokesperson for the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Operations, the young girl had been working alongside her aunt to care for an elderly woman at a residence in Gulshan Iqbal. A girl reportedly went missing on June 18, 2026, prompting a police investigation and search operation.

Authorities confirmed that CCTV footage captured the minor leaving the house on the day of her disappearance. The video shows the girl walking away from the residence while carrying her personal belongings, suggesting that she may have left voluntarily. However, investigators have not ruled out any possibilities and continue to examine all aspects of the case.

Police have launched a comprehensive search effort and informed hospitals, child protection institutions, and shelter centers across the city to help locate the missing girl. Officials said all relevant agencies have been alerted and requested to report any information regarding her whereabouts.

Investigators are also reviewing footage from surveillance cameras installed along Wahdat Road and surrounding areas to trace the girl’s movements after she left the residence. Authorities hope that additional video evidence will help establish her route and determine where she may have gone.

A case has been registered on the complaint of the girl’s father, and police teams are pursuing multiple investigative angles. Officials stated that efforts are focused on ensuring the safe recovery of the child as quickly as possible.

The spokesperson for the DIG Operations expressed optimism about the ongoing investigation, noting that all available resources are being utilized in the search. Police teams are coordinating with various departments and analyzing evidence collected so far.

Authorities have appealed to the public for assistance, urging citizens to immediately contact law enforcement if they have any information that could help locate the missing girl. Police emphasized that community cooperation can play a crucial role in ensuring her safe return.

The case has drawn significant public attention, with concerns being raised about the safety and welfare of minors employed in domestic work. Investigations remain ongoing as police continue their efforts to trace the missing teenager and reunite her with her family.