ISLAMABAD: The DIG Investigation, Punjab, has confirmed the arrest of Aleema Khan’s son in connection with the May 9 protest cases and stated that he would be produced before the court on Friday morning (today).
Speaking to Geo News, Syed Zeeshan Raza, DIG Investigation, Punjab, said that Shahrez Khan was wanted in the May 9 cases. “Those defying the state cannot be given any concession and must face the law,” said DIG Zeeshan Raza.
Earlier, Aleema Khan announced on Thursday that four armed, masked men kidnapped her son, Shahrez Khan, from her house in Lahore. She explained that the intruders entered through the kitchen, and although Shahrez was upstairs with his wife and father, they forced their way into the house and even harassed the drivers.
The PTI vehemently condemned the abduction, calling it a chilling example of state terror, cowardice, and extreme political victimisation. Their Central Media Department stated that the assailants broke down doors, violently assaulted household staff, and abducted Shahrez from his bedroom, all while family members were subjected to severe psychological distress. Notably, just one day prior, Shahrez and his wife had been stopped at Lahore Airport when attempting to travel abroad, with their detention preceding the house abduction.
PTI emphasised that Shahrez has no political involvement and was targeted solely due to his familial connection with Imran Khan. The party accused the current regime, specifically naming Maryam Nawaz, of orchestrating the operation, branding the government as morally, legally, and politically bankrupt. “You couldn’t break Imran Khan, so now you are targeting his sisters and their children,” the party statement said, warning that such tyrannical actions invite public collapse of the regime. At a press conference, PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja echoed these claims, stating that Aleema’s residence was attacked by plain clothed assailants, her son was kidnapped, and staff were beaten.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah, speaking on Geo News said the Lahore police chief denied arresting Shahrez. He emphasised that until evidence is presented, the allegations would remain unverified. However in any event, Shahrez would be produced in court within 24 hours.