YouTuber Adil Raja released after brief arrest in England
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YouTuber Adil Raja released after brief arrest in England
(Web Desk) – YouTuber Major (retd) Adil Raja has been released hours after he was arrested by the British police on suspicions of encouraging acts of terrorism inside Pakistan, his lawyer confirmed on Wednesday.
Addressing a press conference, Mahtab Aziz, who represents Adil Raja, said that his client had been released after he was arrested from his home and detained at a police station in relation to the complaints filed by Pakistani authorities.
The lawyer said he does not believe Raja was involved in terrorism encouragement or anything unlawful.
Aziz said a serious terrorism-related warrant was issued against him in Pakistan. “Such allegations are very serious. I came to know on Tuesday that he has been arrested by the police. In the manner Adil Raja has been arrested, I believe it falls under anti-terrorism laws,” he added.
The London police have not yet released a statement on the matter.
Adil Raja tweeted on Wednesday afternoon informing that he was well and will continue his peaceful struggle. He did not talk about his arrest or release.
“There have been many rumours about me and my welfare. Alhamdullilah, I am well. I remain fully committed to raising a voice against fascism and for democracy in Pakistan,” said the former military officer in a tweet.
It may be recalled that Adil Raja, journalist Shaheen Sehbai, Haider Raza Mehdi and Wajahat Saeed Khan have been booked on terrorism and sedition charges.
