A Lahore court has extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of prominent YouTuber Saad Rehman, widely known as Ducky Bhai, in a case involving the alleged promotion of an unlawful online gambling application. Aroob appeared before the court following the expiry of her earlier bail period. The judge approved the extension until November 6 and instructed the investigating officer to present a detailed progress report on the matter at the next hearing.
The case, registered under FIR No. 196/2025, alleges that Aroob Jatoi, alongside several other social media influencers including her husband, was involved in promoting a banned online gambling platform. According to authorities, the application’s promotion led to significant financial losses for a large number of users across Pakistan. Investigators claim that the app was widely circulated through digital channels and video endorsements, attracting thousands of unsuspecting participants before being taken down by regulators.
Officials from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) have been actively investigating the scope of the operation and the individuals connected to its online promotion. The authorities argue that the promotional activities by well-known digital figures lent credibility to the platform, contributing to its rapid expansion and subsequent misuse. The court’s decision to extend Aroob’s bail allows investigators more time to gather evidence, trace financial transactions, and determine the full extent of involvement of those accused in facilitating the promotion of illegal digital gambling platforms.
Earlier this year, NCCIA detained Ducky Bhai at Lahore Airport after his name appeared on the Provisional National Identification List (PNIL). Reports suggest that he was attempting to leave the country while facing multiple investigations related to the promotion of gambling applications. The inquiry into his activities, along with those of other influencers, is part of a wider crackdown on digital fraud and illegal financial schemes operating through online platforms.
Authorities have stressed the need for stronger oversight of online promotional activities, especially when influencers and content creators engage in paid collaborations that may violate national laws. The case has also reignited discussions about the ethical responsibilities of digital influencers who hold substantial influence over large online audiences. Law enforcement agencies continue to pursue leads in the case to identify additional suspects, gather digital evidence, and ensure accountability for those found to have facilitated or benefited from the unlawful operations.
The ongoing investigation highlights growing regulatory scrutiny of the digital entertainment sector and its intersection with online financial activities. As the probe advances, the authorities remain focused on tracing the network behind the app’s operation, ensuring compliance with cyber laws, and protecting citizens from fraudulent online schemes.
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