Sindh Rangers release journalist Arsalan Khan
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 25 June 2022
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Arsalan Khan, a journalist and social media activist, was released after several hours of detention by the Sindh Rangers. His release followed an investigation into alleged links with a terrorist organization.Summary
KARACHI—Social media activist and journalist Arsalan Khan reached home safely after hours-long detention by Sindh Rangers.
In a statement issued by the Sindh Rangers spokesperson, the journalist was arrested based on an intelligence report regarding his "links with a terrorist organisation".
"During the interrogation, it was revealed that the accused had received financial assistance from a terrorist organization. However, he was released after being warned to cooperate in the investigation in the future."
The spokesperson further stated that the case was handed over to the relevant authority for complete investigation.
Later, Khan took to Twitter, announcing, "I'm back home safe and sound. Thank you everyone for all the help & support you people extended to my lone family in this testing time. I'm truly short of words. Love you all."
The journalist was picked up from his residence in Karachi on Friday.
Key Points
- Arsalan Khan detained by Sindh Rangers in Karachi.
- Accused of financial links to a terrorist organization.
- Released after interrogation, warned to cooperate in future investigations.
- Khan expressed gratitude on Twitter after his release.
- Case handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation.
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