Saudi authorities arrested an expat driver working for a Saudi family after he attempted to rape and murder his employer's daughter last week, Sabq news site reported.

The terrifying assault took place in Mecca's Al-Sharae district as the Pakistani man was driving the woman back home.

The victim became suspicious after the man suddenly took a different route. That's when he stopped the car and attempted to sexually assault her.

When she tried to fend him off, the attacker stabbed her in the head and arm. The victim was referred to King Faisal Hospital and received treatment for the injuries she sustained during the vile attack.