They had another witness in Libya who was reporting that any protester found by the authorities is being killed, further more if you have ID on your body, they will visit your house, kill all your family and demolish the house.
There have also been reports that military jets have been ordered to bomb the protesters. This has happened to some extent, but 2 pilots yesterday defected and fled to Malta in their planes. Its reported that the army is split 50/50 with half loyal to Colonel Gaddafi and half loyal to the protesters. Any soldier who refuses to shoot the protesters is being severely dealt with and faces being shot also for treason apparently.
Absolutely shocking stuff. Makes Sadam Hussein look a boy scout in comparison.
define "they"
There is a massive following for him in certain parts. This is just one large group of malcontents causing trouble. Gaddafi himself is calling upon those loyal to him to disarm the protesters. The country, much like the army, is split on this issue.