(Web Desk) — A group of girls allegedly assaulted a salesman at a tuck shop in a Lahore petrol pump on Sunday, sparking outrage on social media after CCTV footage of the incident went viral on Tuesday.

The salesman, Yousuf, recounted the incident, stating that the girls entered the shop and started attacking him. He attempted to defend himself but stopped as they were women. Following the incident, the girls reportedly filed a complaint against Yousuf, leading to his detention by the police and the registration of a case against him.

The police have initiated a fresh investigation into the matter as Yousuf has requested the filing of a case. He clarified that he did not make any derogatory remarks towards the girls. Another salesman, who concealed his identity with a mask, expressed frustration that despite being harassed, the staff was being pressured to seek forgiveness from the girls.