20-Year-Old Student Allegedly Commits Suicide After Paying Agent for US Visa

ISLAMABAD: A 20-year-old student has allegedly committed suicide after reportedly paying an agent 5 million rupees for a visa to the United States. The police discovered the body of the deceased, identified as Laiba, in the Ramna police jurisdiction on October 9, 2026.

According to police officials, Laiba’s family had been seeking assistance to facilitate her travel to the US, which led them to engage the services of an agent. The circumstances surrounding her death have raised concerns, prompting an investigation into the matter. Authorities are looking into the financial dealings and the agent’s role in this tragic incident.

This incident highlights the growing desperation among young individuals in Pakistan seeking opportunities abroad, often leading them to take drastic measures. The case has sparked discussions on the need for better regulations regarding visa agents and the mental health support available to students facing such pressures.

Investigators are expected to conduct interviews with family members and the agent involved, as well as review any relevant financial records. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward to aid in the investigation.