A case has been registered against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) top brass including party's founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi for their alleged involvement in the violent protests on November 24.
The first legal action following the unrest was taken at Taxila police station, where the protest was deemed to have breached anti-terrorism laws.
The case, registered under several charges, names more than 300 individuals, including prominent PTI figures such as opposition leader Omar Ayub, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, PTI’s Aleema Khan, and Senator Azam Swati. Additional leaders such as Taimur Masood and Shehryar Riaz are also mentioned in the legal filing.
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According to the complaint, protesters inflicted damage on government property, including motorcycles and vehicles, during their clashes with the police.
Disturbingly, the accused are also charged with the kidnapping and torture of a police driver, who was reportedly held by protesters before being released later.
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The case, identified as No. 2594, includes charges of interference with government operations, violation of Section 144, as well as damage to both public and private property.
The protesters are also accused of causing significant disruptions by blocking highways and inciting chaos with large gatherings.
The protests were part of PTI’s ongoing campaign, with convoys leaving for Islamabad on November 24.
Led by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the convoy entered Punjab from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where clashes quickly erupted between PTI workers and law enforcement. PTI supporters reportedly threw stones at police officers, prompting authorities to respond with tear gas shells.
