A group of people, reportedly workers of the Pakistan Awami Tehreek and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, on Sunday blocked the 7th Avenue towards Kashmir Highway between Jinnah and Saddar flyovers by placing stones and parking cones on the road.
The group was violent and attempted to attack approaching vehicles. They would stop drivers and ask passengers for money, saying they were arranging food for the protesters for which they needed funds.
Police were notified of the issue but no action was taken against the workers.
Speaking to The Express Tribune, Huma Khan said she was crossing the route when she was stopped by two young men who said they would only let her go if she gives them cash to purchase water and food for the protesters at Red Zone.
Khan said she had to pay Rs300 to the protesters to clear her way.
Published in The Express Tribune, September 1st, 2014.
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