Islamabad, Nov. 25 (TNS): A case had been lodged earlier in the day in Rawalpindi against the participants and leaders of the protest for attacking police officials.
The protesters had previously attacked police officers with batons on Murree Road, injuring three constables. According to reports, the protesters had kidnapped Constable Mohammad Abbas and snatched boxes of tear gas shells and anti-riot gear.
A first information report (FIR) was registered in the New Town Police Station on charges of kidnapping, theft, attempted murder, among others.
The FIR nominated the TLY supremo, Khadim Hussain Rizvi, along with other leaders of the protest.
This is the first case against the protesters that has been registered in Rawalpindi. The total number of cases against the participants of the protest have now gone up to 20.
