Overview

• Cybercrime authorities said FIRs were lodged in Lahore against Rajab Butt, Anas Ali and Hurairah for allegedly endorsing betting platforms and misleading audiences.
• Investigators allege the creators uploaded promotional videos and served as brand ambassadors for gambling apps that encouraged users to invest.
• The NCCIA said the YouTubers ignored multiple summons, which prompted formal registration of cases and continuation of active inquiries.
• Officials reported numerous complaints from citizens who lost significant sums after following the promotions, framing the action as a consumer-protection crackdown.
• A spokesperson said steps are underway to repatriate the accused, while Lahore police separately arrested two suspects over a shooting at Butt’s residence linked to an online dispute.