Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan and others have been acquitted in the Azadi March vandalism case by an Islamabad sessions court. The court ruled that the FIR was filed by an unauthorized person, and the allegations against Khan were baseless, leading to the acquittal. This follows previous bail granted by the Islamabad High Court in a separate case.
ISLAMABAD: The sessions court in Islamabad on Monday acquitted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan, and others in the Azadi March vandalism case, ARY News reported.
Judicial Magistrate Mureed Abbas Khan announced the reserved verdict.
Among those acquitted alongside Imran Khan were prominent PTI leaders Zartaj Gul, Ali Nawaz Awan, Faisal Javed, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Qasim Suri, Raja Khurram Nawaz, Shireen Mazari, Saifullah Niazi, Asad Umar, and Awami Muslim League chief Sheikh Rashid Ahmad.
During the proceedings, Imran Khan’s counsel Naeem Panjotha argued that the FIR had been filed by an unauthorised person. He contended that the authority to file the case rested only with the person who imposed Section 144.
The counsel maintained that FIRs were registered against peaceful protesters and 19 cases of the same nature were registered against Khan in different police stations.
Panjotha requested the court to acquit the PTI founder since the allegations made against him were baseless.
After hearing the arguments, the court reserved the verdict on the acquittal pleas.
In 2022, vandalism cases were registered by the Karachi Company police against PTI founder Imran Khan, lawmaker Zartaj Gul, former PTI leader Asad Umar, Faisal Javed, Ali Nawaz Awan and Saifullah Niazi in connection with Azadi March.
Earlier on May 15, Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in the £190 million National Crime Agency (NCA) settlement reference.
We are pleased to share the news that the founder of PTI has been acquitted in the recent vandalism cases. This development comes as a relief to many who have been closely following the legal proceedings. The acquittal not only vindicates the innocence of the PTI founder but also brings an end to a period of uncertainty. The impact of this decision is profound, as it underscores the importance of upholding justice and the rule of law. As we reflect on this outcome, it is a reminder of the complexities inherent in legal matters and the significance of due process. We hope that this resolution will pave the way for a renewed focus on the core values and ideals that the PTI stands for. The strength and resilience displayed during this challenging time have been remarkable, and we look forward to a continued commitment to the principles that define the PTI. As we move forward, let us remain steadfast in our dedication to the cause, knowing that the values of integrity and perseverance will guide us through any obstacles. This chapter serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the PTI and its unwavering commitment to the pursuit of justice.
Source: ARY NEWS
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan and others acquitted in Azadi March vandalism case in Islamabad. Judicial Magistrate Mureed Abbas Khan announced the verdict. Imran Khan’s counsel argued that the FIR was filed by an unauthorized person. Vandalism cases were registered in 2022 by Karachi Company police. Earlier, Imran Khan was granted bail in the £190 million NCA settlement reference by the Islamabad High Court.
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