Yet another attack on Geo Television

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 14 September 2014 |  JP Staff Reporter

Geo Television in Islamabad was attacked by PTI-affiliated protesters, causing significant damage and instilling fear among staff. This incident marks the fourth attack on the channel since the PTI sit-in began, raising alarms about media security.

Summary

ISLAMABAD: Geo Television offices in Islamabad were targeted in a violent attack by protesters reportedly affiliated with Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday night. The protesters, part of the ongoing sit-in near the area, launched an assault on the eight-story building, hurling stones that shattered windows and left the staff inside terrified.

Reports indicated that the attack caused considerable damage to the building, further escalating tensions in the already volatile environment. The News reported that this was the fourth major attack on Geo Television offices since the PTI and Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) sit-in began. Each incident has increasingly endangered the safety and security of the media personnel working there.

Staff members recounted the moments of panic as stones crashed through the windows, causing chaos and fear. Despite the severity of the attack, police presence was notably absent, raising serious concerns about the protection and safety measures in place for media establishments.

PTI chief Imran Khan has previously condemned violence against media personnel. The absence of law enforcement during the attack on Geo Television has drawn criticism and demands for better security protocols to protect media workers from future assaults.