Daska Police have arrested the main suspect, Muhammad Ansar, alias “Mr Patlu,” for allegedly threatening the family of Muhammad Rehan, who died in a stampede at Faraz Ground in Daska.
According to details, the victim’s family was allegedly pressured to reach a settlement and give statements in favour of the accused involved in the incident. The family also reportedly received death threats for refusing to comply.
According to the FIR, Abu Bakar, brother-in-law of the deceased Rehan, submitted an application at Sadar Daska Police Station, alleging that armed men sent by the suspect visited his house and threatened the family with serious consequences.
Sialkot Police spokesperson confirmed that a case had been registered on the complaint of Abu Bakar and the main suspect had been taken into custody.
Police said raids and efforts were underway to arrest other individuals allegedly involved in threatening the family.