RAWALPINDI: Police on Tuesday arrested former interior minister and Awami Muslim League chief Sheikh Rasheed following the cancellation of bail in May 9 riots case.
Sheikh Rasheed appeared before ATC for confirmation of bail in 14 cases registered against him in May 9 riots cases. He was granted bail in thirteen cases, however, his bail was rejected in the New Town police station case.
Following the cancellation of the bail he was taken into custody by the police from the court.
Rasheed is accused of planning vandalism and attack on a sensitive installation on May 9, following the arrest of the former prime minister.