• ‘Haq Do Tehreek’ protestors shot a policeman in Gwadar
• Constable Yasir was killed after being shot in the neck
• Balochistan Police and Government condemned the provocation

QUETTA: The situation turned tense as protestors of the “Haq Do Tekreek’, who have been staging a sit-in in Gwadar for several days, allegedly opened fire and killed a policeman.

The incident occurred at the Syed Hashmi Chowk in Gwadar when enraged protestors opened fire on police constable Yasir, who was on duty to provide protection.

According to reports, the bullet hit the constable directly in the neck. He was taken to Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Balochistan Police Spokesman said the Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman, who leads the movement, is resorting to violence to achieve his nefarious political goals and even shooting at security guards.

The spokesperson said the police is making all efforts to protect the lives and property of the general public and avoiding the use of any kind of firearms in every situation. IG Police Balochistan Abdul Khaliq Shaikh has ordered to arrest the accused involved in the incident as soon as possible.

The provincial government strongly condemned the incident of the policeman’s killing. A spokesperson said the protestors have resorted to violence after martyring a policeman.

Terming the incident unfortunate and regrettable, the spokesperson said the police are bearing the brunt of the provocation by protesters with patience and tolerance.

The spokesperson said the purpose of inciting protesters is to undermine the atmosphere of peace and negotiations. The society and the peaceful citizens of Gwadar are also condemning the behavior and unjustified provocation.

It must be mentioned that the ‘Haq Do’ movement has been protesting in Gwadar for nearly eight weeks under the leadership of Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman.

The protestors have been demanding a reduction in the number of check posts, easier border trade, and a total end to deep-sea fish trawling in the sea next to Gwadar.

A day earlier, the Coastal Highway was blocked in protest near Sarbandan area after seven “Haq do Tehreek” supporters, including their leader Hussain Wadala, were arrested by the police.

The supporters of the movement blocked Coastal Highway after the arrest of their leaders. They have also announced a strike in Gwadar and a rally in support of the arrested leaders in Pasni.

National Party (NP) has condemned the arrest and police action against the protestors, demanding the immediate release of those taken into custody by the police.

NP General Secretary Muhammad Jan Buledi said that the government should hold talks with the protestors and their leadership.

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