In a harrowing case underscoring the dangers of online expression, a woman in Dera Ghazi Khan was allegedly killed for exposing criminal activities on social media. According to police, the 22-year-old was an active social media user who highlighted drug trafficking and other societal issues in her area. Her relatives believe her online activism made her a target. This case raises urgent concerns about the safety of digital whistleblowers and the state’s inability to provide adequate protections for those using online platforms for civic advocacy.