The case of TikTok star and social media influencer Samia Hijab, which started with surprising allegations of abduction and demise threats, has ended with an reconciliation between the complainant and the accused. But, the broader debate it triggered about victim-blaming and abuse continues to echo throughout society. The saga began when Hijab accused her former fiance, Hassan Zahid, of trying to kidnap her exterior her residence within the federal capital.
Hijab alleged Zahid had been following her for a number of days, pressuring her with repeated gives of items. On August 31, at round 6:30pm, he allegedly tried to forcibly take her away, threatening to kill her if she resisted. CCTV footage of the incident went viral, prompting swift police motion and Zahid’s arrest. In her assertion, Hijab described residing underneath severe risk, interesting for fast police safety.
In response to the FIR lodged at Shalimar Police Station, she alleged Zahid had forcibly taken her cellphone, tried to tug her, and continued harassing her even after their engagement ended. Because the case unfolded, movies and photographs of Hijab and Zahid collectively surfaced on-line, fuelling criticism and casting doubts on her claims. She later confirmed Zahid was certainly her former fiance however rejected accusations of dishonesty.
“If I had been killed like my pal Sana Yousuf, individuals would have proven sympathy. However since I’m alive, they’re levelling accusations in opposition to me,” she retorted. The web backlash revealed a deeper cultural subject. Rapper Ali Gul Pir rebuked these defending Zahid, stating, “Sufferer-blaming loser. You do not personal people should you purchase the items, does not imply you possibly can kidnap them whenever you really feel prefer it.”
Regardless of the controversy, the authorized proceedings concluded in an sudden flip. Each Hijab and Zahid reached an unconditional settlement, forgiving one another “for the sake of God.”
Hijab withdrew her allegations, whereas Zahid admitted his errors and apologised. With reconciliation official, the case has been formally closed.
