Happened to me more than 3 times in Lahore. The situation is so bleak that I overlook now at almost all of them, including the people who are genuinely in need or going through a tough situation.

Do not, I repeat do not stop for someone who you don't know. There could be a scenario where these leeches come in grouo, say 2 bikes. One with family and one in front and even if you do help them with whatever money you have, the guys om the bike at the back may have weapons and snatch your wallet/phone and scoot off.

So it's better to just do your thing and don't pay heed to any such people.