FIR Registered Against Lawyers for Attacking and Robbing YouTuber Rajab Butt: Full Details
The legal battle of famous YouTuber Rajab Butt took a violent turn on December 29, 2025, at the Karachi City Courts. Following a physical assault and alleged robbery, a formal FIR has been registered against several legal professionals. This article provides the most up-to-date reports on the sections charged, the missing cash, and the official statements from the Rajab family.
Incident Overview: What Happened at Karachi City Court?
✅ On Monday, Rajab Butt arrived at the sessions court for a hearing regarding his interim bail in a case related to religious sentiments.
✅ Upon entering the complex, a group of 15 to 20 lawyers allegedly surrounded and physically assaulted him, leaving him with visible injuries and a torn shirt.
✅ The chaos was captured in multiple viral videos, showing the YouTuber being roughed up despite attempts by his legal team to intervene.
The FIR: Sections and Named Accused
✅ A formal First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at the City Court Police Station on the complaint of Rajab’s counsel, Mian Ali Ashfaq.
✅ Primary Accused: The FIR specifically names Advocate Riaz Ali Solangi and Advocate Abdul Fatah, along with a group of unidentified lawyers.
✅Section 382: Theft after preparation made for causing death or hurt.
✅Section 147 & 148: Punishment for rioting and rioting armed with deadly weapons.
✅Section 506: Punishment for criminal intimidation (death threats).
✅Section 337-A: Punishment for causing hurt/injuries (Shajjah).
The Rs 3 Lakh Robbery Allegation
✅ During the assault, Rajab Butt was carrying a bag containing Rs 300,000 cash, intended for legal expenses and bail formalities.
✅ According to the FIR, the bag was snatched during the scuffle. While the bag was later returned by the attackers, the cash was reportedly missing.
✅ Mian Ali Ashfaq has called for a strict investigation into this "daylight robbery" within the court premises.
Why Did the Lawyers Attack?
✅ The lawyers involved claimed the attack was a reaction to a recent vlog uploaded by Rajab Butt after his December 20 appearance.
✅ They alleged that Rajab used "derogatory and inappropriate language" against the legal fraternity and specifically mocked the complainant, Riaz Solangi.
✅ In the viral videos of the incident, lawyers can be heard chanting "Karachi Bar Zindabad" and warning that "anyone who speaks against lawyers will face the same fate."
Current Legal Status & Next Steps
✅ Bail Extension: Despite the violence, the court has extended Rajab Butt’s interim bail until January 13, 2026.
✅ Official Statements: Sindh Home Minister Zia Lanjar termed the incident "unfortunate and regrettable," stating that lawyers should not take the law into their own hands.
✅ Eman Rajab’s Reaction: Rajab’s wife, Eman, has demanded justice through the power of the constitution, refusing to accept "chaos" as a form of justice.
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