The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for several PTI leaders, including Yasmin Rashid, Hammad Azhar, and Omar Sarfraz Cheema. This decision comes after the PTI Punjab leaders failed to appear before the court for the trial of the Wazirabad attack case.
Affected PTI Leaders
- Yasmin Rashid
- Hammad Azhar
- Omar Sarfraz Cheema
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Muhammad Sarfraz
- Shakeel Zaman
- Amna
- Shaneela Ali
- Hamza Altaf
The ATC has directed the SHO of Wazirabad to arrest the PTI leaders and present them in court as witnesses. The court has already recorded the statements of 37 prosecution witnesses, and five doctors who treated the injured are scheduled to testify on December 11.
Background of the Wazirabad Attack Case
The Wazirabad attack case refers to the incident on November 3, 2022, when former Prime Minister and PTI chairman Imran Khan was attacked during the party’s long march. The attack occurred at Allahwala Chowk in Wazirabad, resulting in injuries to Imran Khan and several others.
Investigation and JIT Report
A Joint Investigation Team (JIT) was formed to probe the attack. The JIT report revealed that the prime suspect, Naveed Meher, was trained and had planned the attack in advance. Naveed Meher was arrested from the crime scene.
First Information Report (FIR)
The First Information Report (FIR) of the gun attack incident was registered on November 7, 2022, under the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997.
Next Hearing
The ATC has scheduled the next hearing for December 11, where the five doctors who treated the injured will testify. The court has directed the SHO to ensure the presence of the PTI leaders who have been issued non-bailable arrest warrants.
Implications of the Non-Bailable Arrest Warrants
The issuance of non-bailable arrest warrants for the PTI leaders indicates the seriousness of the case and the court’s intention to ensure the presence of all relevant witnesses. This development may lead to increased tensions between the PTI and the government.
The Wazirabad attack case has taken a significant turn with the issuance of non-bailable arrest warrants for several PTI leaders. As the case unfolds, it is essential to ensure that justice is served and the truth is revealed.