Islamabad: Federal police have arrested Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Sher Afzal Marwat, escalating the already tensed political situation of the country.
According to sources, a large police contingent arrived at the Parliament House after the National Assembly session concluded, fully prepared for any situation.As soon as PTI leaders stepped outside, the police swiftly moved into action, immediately arresting Sher Afzal Marwat. Despite resistance from Marwats supporters, who engaged in a brief scuffle with law enforcement, the police managed to secure the area and take Marwat into custody.
Reportedly, Marwat was dragged by the police before being placed in a vehicle that was subsequently impounded.Meanwhile, Islamabad police have confirmed plans to arrest more PTI leaders, including Zartaj Gul and Umar Ayub.
On the other hand, PTI sources claimed that advocate Shoaib Shaheen was also apprehended by the police from his office, further intensifying the crackdown.Interestingly, PTI’
s Aamir Dogar managed to leave the Parliament House without incident, while Zartaj Gul evaded capture by outmaneuvering the police. Following Sher Afghan Marwat’s arrest, other PTI leaders and members of the National Assembly opted to remain inside the Parliament House to avoid a similar fate.Moreover, as opposition leaders gather inside, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and others have taken shelter in the service branch of the Parliament House due to the opposition leader’s chamber being locked.
In response, the police have deployed heavy forces outside the Parliament House, sealing all entry and exit points to the Red Zone, including D-Chowk, NADRA Chowk, Serena, and Marriott.Sources revealed that Sher Afghan Marwat was arrested for multiple violations during a rally at Sangjani the previous day.
These alleged violations included deviating from the agreed-upon route, exceeding the permitted time, attacking Islamabad police, delivering an anti-state speech, and engaging in other illegal activities.
