Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Police have issued an important advisory about taking and sharing photographs and videos at wedding ceremonies.
The police have warned families to remain careful because personal pictures can be misused on social media.
The advisory comes amid growing concerns about online blackmail and the misuse of images through artificial intelligence (AI).
Police have advised families to protect the privacy of women and girls during wedding celebrations.
They warned that sharing personal pictures without proper consent could cause serious concerns.
According to the advisory, families should be cautious when allowing people to take photographs or record videos at weddings.
Police specifically urged families to prevent unwanted photography of their sisters and daughters.
Criminals can make use of Deepfake or AI technology to create misleading content that appears real, causing fear, stress and serious emotional suffering.
They may then threaten victims with sharing these images online unless their demands are met.
Private photographs should be stored securely and shared only with trusted people.
Precautions can reduce the risk of personal content reaching unknown individuals.
People who face threats involving private or manipulated images are advised to preserve the evidence and report the matter to the relevant authorities.
