KARACHI: Journalist organisations and press club representatives have condemned the alleged assault on senior journalist Kashif Hashmi at Nazimabad police station, demanding strict action against the personnel involved.

Hashmi, a former president of the Crime Reporters Association (CRA), was allegedly assaulted at the police station. Media representatives called for accountability and urged authorities to take action against those responsible.

Meanwhile, Sindh Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho has taken notice of the incident and sought a detailed inquiry report from the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), District Central, according to a police spokesperson.

The SSP has appointed Nazimabad Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Naseem Kamal to conduct the inquiry.

The inquiry is expected to examine the incident and establish the facts. Further action will depend on the findings of the investigation.