RAWALPINDI (National Times) A terrorism case has been registered against incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in connection with protests and vandalism in Rawalpindi.
The case was filed at New Town police station by Sub-Inspector Umar Siddique.
The charges included interference in government operations, rioting, and an attack on a government vehicle with a petrol bomb, along with provisions related to conspiracy to commit vandalism.
The FIR named Imran Khan, Ali Amin Gandapur, and 45 other leaders and activists.
According to the FIR, the accused obstructed public access by burning tires and clothes, creating difficulties for citizens.
It also stated that they engaged in arson and stone-throwing, making it challenging for police personnel to protect themselves.
Police officials reported that five suspects were arrested at the scene, including Khalil, Imran, Sadaqat, Yaseen, and Tahir. A petrol bottle was recovered from the possession of the suspect Tahir.
The Rawalpindi police have registered cases against PTI leaders in connection with protests at Liaquat Bagh.
The cases were filed at four police stations: City, Waris Khan, New Town, and RA Bazaar. Over 100 leaders and activists, including Simabiah Tahir, MPA Asad Abbas, Ijaz Khan, and Amir Mughal, have been nominated in the FIRs.
The charges included terrorism, attempted murder, vandalism, destroying public and state property, and interference in government operations.
According to the FIR, PTI leaders and activists raised anti-government slogans, hurled stones at the police, and attacked with iron rods.
Several police vehicles, including that of the SP Rawal, were damaged, and one police officer sustained severe eye injury from glass.
The FIR also stated that the accused seized government firearms and fired them in the air, causing panic.
Police confirmed that cases have been registered, and raids were being conducted to apprehend additional suspects.
It is noteworthy that protests by the PTI at Liaquat Bagh yesterday resulted in clashes between police and activists, leading to injuries on both sides.
