Police officials thrash 24 News cameraman

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 21 October 2019

In Sukkur, a cameraman from 24 News was attacked by police officers. Freedom Network is urging for inquiries and accountability regarding the incident.

Summary

ISLAMABAD — Freedom Network has called for action against police officials involved in violence against a 24 News Television cameraperson in Sukkur.

In a video clip shared on Twitter, several police officers are seen hurling punches at Amin Buksh Ali, pushing and slapping him repeatedly.

The network did not mention what prompted the violence against the camera operator and when did the incident occur. However, it demanded an inquiry and action against the policemen.

Police is seen involved in violence against @24NewsHD cameraman Amin Bukhsh Ali in #Sukkur.@pressfreedompk condemns the violence and demands @SaeedGhani1 to hold inquiry and take action against cops seen in the video attacking the #journalist.@MuradAliShahPPP#JournoSafepic.twitter.com/7pFlyi7x9g

— Freedom Network (@pressfreedompk) October 21, 2019

KEY POINTS:

• A 24 News cameraman was assaulted by police in Sukkur.
• Freedom Network has called for action against the involved officers.
• A video of the incident was shared on Twitter.
• The motive behind the violence remains unclear.
• The incident has prompted demands for a formal inquiry.