Islamabad police arrest four PTI activists ahead of September 27 protest, citing assault charges during raid on organizing meeting.
Capital police have detained four Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf activists ahead of the party’s September 27 demonstration. The arrests came after officers raided a meeting at a property dealer’s office, with police alleging the workers resisted and damaged uniforms during the operation.
- ▪Four PTI activists arrested under charges including attempted murder, criminal intimidation, rioting with weapons, and obstruction of public servants
- ▪Police raid targeted a meeting at E-16 area property dealer’s office where workers were organizing the upcoming protest
- ▪Detainees allegedly assaulted police during raid, tearing uniforms and briefly holding officers hostage, according to authorities
- ▪Central Police Office held security meeting to coordinate counter-protest operations across the capital
- ▪Intelligence deployed at guest houses, bus terminals, and lodging contractors to monitor protest preparations
- ▪Special Branch and Counter Terrorism Department intelligence units conducting surveillance on PTI leaders and activists
- ▪Police mounted watch around residences of party workers to monitor movements and prevent further organizing
- ▪Capital police gathering intelligence on protest logistics, including meals, transport, and accommodation arrangements
- ▪Islamabad authorities conducting background checks on party members from existing police records
Source: according to local media reports
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