WATCH: Pakistani man arrested for 'desecrating' Bible with his slippers

• Published date: 17 September 2023

The man's actions were brought to light when footage of him hitting the bible with a slipper emerged on X

In response to the video, Rawalpindi Police stated that they were "taking immediate action in this regard, has traced and arrested the accused, a case has been registered. By carrying out the investigation on merit, the accused will be punished."

An arrest was made in relation to the incident, Dawn reported.

Intent to wound religious feelings

The media site also reported that the man was charged with invoking Section 298 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC), which pertains to uttering words with a deliberate...