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ARY host Iqrar ul Hassan reportedly tortured by security officials

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 15 February 2022 |  JP Staff Report

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ARY host Iqrar ul Hassan reportedly tortured by security officials
Iqrar ul Hassan, the host of ARY's Sar-e-Aam, was reportedly tortured by security personnel in Karachi after revealing corruption involving an IB inspector. He was hospitalized but is now reported out of danger.

KARACHI—ARY News program host Iqrar ul Hassan, who hosts a popular TV show Sar-e-Aam, has been allegedly tortured by security officials for exposing the corruption of an IB inspector along with video evidence.

According to several media reports, personnel of a civilian intelligence agency in Karachi’s Orangi area allegedly attacked Hassan and his team.

Hassan was immediately transferred to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital in critical condition, where he received stitches and first aid. According to doctors, basic medical treatment has been completed, and his condition is out of danger now.

Reportedly, Hassan and his media crew were stripped naked, beaten and electric shocks were given on the private parts of their bodies.

Key Points

  • Iqrar ul Hassan allegedly tortured for exposing corruption.
  • Attack occurred in Karachi's Orangi area.
  • Hassan and his crew were stripped and beaten.
  • He received stitches and first aid at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.
  • Doctors say his condition is now stable.

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