In a tragic development that has shaken the social media community in Pakistan, police have arrested two individuals in connection with the alleged poisoning death of TikTok content creator Sumeera Rajput in Sindh’s Ghotki district.
The 24-year-old influencer, who had over 58,000 followers and more than 1 million likes on TikTok, was discovered dead inside her residence in the Bago Wah neighborhood on Friday afternoon, according to Ghotki SSP Muhammad Anwar Khetran.
Two Men in Custody for Suspected Murder
Following an initial investigation, law enforcement apprehended two suspects identified as Babu Rajput and Muhammad Imran, after a complaint was filed by the deceased’s sister. A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against the accused.
“The post-mortem confirms that Sumeera Rajput died due to poisoning,” SSP Khetran said in an official statement. “The investigation is ongoing, and both suspects are currently in police custody.”
Rising Violence Against Female TikTok Creators in Pakistan
This marks the third violent death of a female TikTok creator in Pakistan within two months, raising serious concerns about digital safety and gender-based violence in the country.
Recent Incidents:
- July 11, Rawalpindi: A man shot and killed his daughter after she refused to delete her TikTok account.
- June 2, Islamabad: 17-year-old TikTok influencer Sana Yousaf was murdered at her home by fellow content creator Umar Hayat, 22, after she rejected his advances. Sana, originally from Chitral, was widely admired for promoting Chitrali culture and education for girls.
Cultural Pressures and Digital Harassment
In a deeply conservative society, Pakistani women often face threats for expressing themselves online. Despite growing digital opportunities, many are forced to navigate social stigma, gender-based harassment, and family pressure.
A recent Mobile Gender Gap Report (2025) highlights Pakistan as having the widest smartphone access disparity in the world — only 30% of women own smartphones compared to 58% of men. This inequality limits women’s ability to safely participate in the digital world.
TikTok Under Scrutiny in Pakistan
The video-sharing platform TikTok has been repeatedly criticized by Pakistani authorities, who have threatened to ban the app over what they describe as “immoral content.” Despite its popularity, TikTok remains under pressure from regulators concerned about its influence on young users, especially women.
Earlier this year, in Balochistan, a tribal elder admitted to orchestrating the honor killing of his 14-year-old daughter, claiming her presence on TikTok brought shame to the family.
Conclusion
The tragic death of Sumeera Rajput once again underscores the dangers faced by women content creators in Pakistan. As platforms like TikTok provide new avenues for expression, fame, and financial independence, they also expose users to growing risks in a society still grappling with issues of patriarchy, digital freedom, and violence against women.
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