Pakistan, June 4 -- Allegations made by a female police officer that a suspect was involved in the rape of 22 girls have come under scrutiny after she failed to prove the claims during court proceedings.

Sub-Inspector Rubina Shaheen Baloch, posted at Napier Police Station, had recently released a video statement alleging that a suspect identified as Naresh was involved in multiple sexual offences and was receiving protection from certain police officials. The video went viral on social media, triggering widespread concern and prompting senior police authorities to order an inquiry into the allegations.

In her statement, Rubina Shaheen claimed that fellow police officials were obstructing the investigation and extending special treatment...