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Lahore police have arrested a man covered in gold-colored paint for begging on the city’s streets. Dubbed the “Golden Man,” the individual was caught near a busy market, attracting public attention with his unique appearance while soliciting money from passersby.
Authorities stated that the suspect was using his unusual look as a tactic to gain sympathy and collect large sums of money from citizens. He has been taken into custody, and further legal action is being considered under anti-begging laws.
This incident highlights the growing trend of creative begging tactics in urban areas, raising concerns about professional begging networks operating in major cities.
