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FIA arrests social media activist for running 'indecent' trends against Imran Khan

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 16 February 2022

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FIA arrests social media activist for running 'indecent' trends against Imran Khan
The Federal Investigation Agency has arrested Sabir Hashmi for promoting indecent trends against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The operation took place in Lahore's Model Town area, and officials confiscated Hashmi's mobile phone and other possessions.

LAHORE—The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a social media activist for running trends against the Prime Minister on Twitter and social media platforms.

A case has been registered against the accused named Sabir Hashmi after the FIA Cyber Crime Wing conducted an operation in Lahore's Model Town area.

According to FIA, Sabir was accused of running an "indecent" trend against PM Imran Khan. The officials have seized Hashmi's mobile phone and other belongings.

KEY POINTS:

  • FIA arrested Sabir Hashmi for running trends against Imran Khan.
  • Operation conducted in Model Town, Lahore.
  • Hashmi's mobile phone was seized during the arrest.
  • Charges include promoting indecent content online.
  • Case registered under cyber crime laws.

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