Karachi - Supporters of the religiopolitical party Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) staged demonstration in the Saddar area of Karachi, protesting death of a party worker during a rally on October 13. TLP Sindh General Secretary Ali Palh told media that police manhandled their workers and resorted to tear gas shelling and baton charges. South Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sajid Amir Sadozai told media that at TLP workers gathered at Regal Chowk in Saddar, allegedly burning tyres. The SSP said police have decided to register a case against the detained TLP workers and leaders. Police surgeon Dr Summaiya Syed confirmed media that seven police personnel including one lady constable were brought for treatment at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre.

Source: The Nation October 19, 2024 09:10 UTC