A Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) worker, Yasir Malhi, passed away from injuries sustained during a police raid at his home in Narowal, according to reports on Monday.
Malhi, who reportedly fell from the roof during the raid, succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. PTI’s district president confirmed his death through a video statement.
Following the incident, Malhi’s grieving family staged a protest outside the Baddomalhi police station, demanding justice for his death.
In a heartbreaking statement, Malhi’s young son alleged that his father climbed onto the roof during the raid, where police personnel struck him on the head with a brick.
However, a spokesperson for the District Police Officer (DPO) denied these allegations, asserting that the police were not responsible for Malhi’s death.
The incident has sparked outrage among PTI leaders and supporters, especially after journalist Muhammad Umair shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) highlighting the case. Many have linked the raid to a broader government crackdown on PTI activists ahead of the planned November 24 protest.
The incident adds to the ongoing tensions between PTI and government authorities, with demands for accountability growing louder.