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Scotland Yard Investigates Attacks on Pakistani Dissidents

1/23/2026

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Scotland Yard's counter-terrorism command is investigating attacks on Pakistani dissidents in the UK, including human rights lawyer Mirza Shahzad Akbar.
The attacks began on Christmas Eve, with one incident involving a firearm.
Akbar says he was assaulted at his home and fears for his family.
Reprieve criticized the government for its silence and urged public condemnation of the violence.
One arrest has been made as the investigation continues.

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Scotland Yard's counter-terrorism command is investigating attacks on Pakistani dissidents in the UK, including human rights lawyer Mirza Shahzad Akbar.
The attacks began on Christmas Eve, with one incident involving a firearm.
Akbar says he was assaulted at his home and fears for his family.
Reprieve criticized the government for its silence and urged public condemnation of the violence.
One arrest has been made as the investigation continues.