Over 300 suspects arrested for vandalism at Federal Judicial Complex: police

PTI chief Imran Khan´s supporters shout slogans as they protest outside a court in Islamabad on March 18, 2023. — AFP

Police say 58 personnel were injured in the violent fire, while 12 cars, 20 motorcycles and a checkpoint were set on fire.

Islamabad Metropolitan Police on Wednesday launched various operations to arrest Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers suspected of vandalism, arson and assaulting police officers outside the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC), announcing that 316 people had been arrested. has arrested Suspects in the March 18 operation.

Police are searching houses around the city to provide more suspects, and a process is underway to identify all suspects involved in the violence with the help of body cameras.

Police said 58 employees were injured in the massive fire and 12 vehicles, 20 motorcycles and a police checkpoint were set on fire.

The violence started after Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan entered the judicial complex to attend the hearing of the Tushakana case against him on March 18.

To prevent Khan from appearing in court, his party supporters attacked law enforcers and destroyed property.

Following the violent protests in the federal capital, several leaders and workers of Tehreek-e-Insaf have also been accused of terrorism and other crimes.

People arrested due to violent incidents have also been reported to other districts, so wanted people in these districts can also be handed over to ICT.

Information about government officials who are involved in violent acts is sent to the relevant departments so that the department's actions can be taken against them.

All previous police records for all suspects were also obtained. Government officials active on social media who have been involved in provocative activities have been identified for administrative action against them.

Information about employees of organizations and private companies involved in sabotage is transferred to their employers.

Meanwhile, letters are being written to relevant foreign embassies from migrants who have been involved in violent acts. Meanwhile, measures have also been initiated against the facilitators who fund the violent protests.