LAHORE: Three bags full of Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) have been found dumped in a sewer line in Shafiqabad area of the metropolis.

According to Geo News correspondent, the bags of CNICs were spotted by children who were playing in the area.

After being informed by citizens , the police reached the area and took the CNICs into possession.

The Shafiqabad area is part of National Assembly constituency NA-125 where Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Yasmin Rashid is contesting against rival parties.

The TV report further stated that the CNICs belonged to voters of the constituency.

Police have launched an inquiry into the incident. .

Other candidates vying for the seat are: Wahim Alam Khan (PMLN), Zubair Kardar (PPP), Hafiz Salman Butt (MMA), Memona Hamid (TLP)