Omar Zawak, a spokesman for the Helmand provincial governor, said Spozhmai's case is being investigated “very carefully and seriously.” Zawak said more details may emerge after the girl's father is questioned.
“The governor has appointed a team to investigate the exact information and details,” the spokesman said. “We have arrested the father and after we speak with him we will give you more details.”
The head of a local human rights group said his group is working with the police and other officials to arrange care for the girl.
“It is a deep concern of the Human Rights Council to save the life of this child because the situation in Helmand and in Khan Nishin district is not very safe for now,” Bilal Seddiqi said.
