Devendra Kumar
Imran Khan, Pakistan’s former prime minister, took to Twitter earlier today to express his concerns that police were surrounding his upscale residence in Lahore’s eastern city, hinting that he could be arrested. “Probably my last tweet before my next arrest. Police have surrounded my house,” he wrote, sparking widespread speculation about the situation.
However, authorities were quick to clarify the reasons behind the police presence. According to officers, dozens of individuals linked to last week’s violent attacks on public property and military installations were hiding at Khan’s residence. This revelation explains the sudden deployment of police personnel around his home.
The development unfolded hours after Amir Mir, a spokesperson for the Punjab provincial government, announced that Khan had a 24-hour ultimatum to hand over the 40 suspects allegedly hiding at his home. If he fails to comply, a police raid will be carried out. Mir also revealed that so far, 3,400 suspects have been arrested, and more raids are ongoing.
It’s worth noting that police were dispatched to Khan’s residence following alleged evidence linking him to the perpetrators of the recent attacks. Authorities have been working to apprehend those responsible, and it appears that Khan’s home has become a hideout for some of these individuals.
Khan’s tweet, which included a link to his social media post, generated widespread attention and concern. Many speculated about his motives and the potential consequences of the situation. With Pakistani authorities maintaining a firm stance on the matter, only time will tell what transpires next.