Arrest Warrants
Separate hearings for the Toshakhana II and £190 million corruption cases involving Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were conducted on Monday at Adiala Jail. These cases have garnered widespread public attention due to their high-profile nature and potential implications.
Toshakhana II Case
Special Judge Central Shahrukh Arjumand presided over the Toshakhana II case, which involves allegations of misappropriating state gifts. During the hearing, Bushra Bibi’s arrest warrant was cancelled, and copies of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) report were provided to the defence upon their request.
Defence lawyer Salman Safdar argued that, under legal procedures, an indictment cannot proceed without allowing at least seven days after the defence has received the prosecution’s report.
The prosecution pushed for immediate indictment, asserting that the suspects, including Bushra Bibi, had already been provided with all necessary documents.
They also pointed to Bushra Bibi’s history of missing court appearances, suggesting that there was a risk of non-compliance in future hearings.
In response, Bushra Bibi assured the court of her intention to attend all upcoming hearings. She explained her past absences were due to illness and bail-related obligations but promised full compliance moving forward. “When the sentence was passed, I walked to the jail myself. I will not be absent in the future,” she stated.
After hearing arguments, the court adjourned the case, scheduling December 12 as the date for indictment.
£190 Million Corruption Case
In a separate hearing for the £190 million corruption reference, Accountability Court Judge Nasir Javed Rana cancelled Bushra Bibi’s non-bailable arrest warrants.
Both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi submitted their responses to the court under Section 342 of the Criminal Procedure Code after 15 prior hearings.
Imran Khan indicated his intention to present witnesses in his defence, while Bushra Bibi opted not to present any witnesses. The court postponed further proceedings in this case to December 12.
Case Background
The Toshakhana II case revolves around allegations of misappropriating valuable state gifts, while the £190 million case pertains to alleged corruption involving the misuse of funds.
Both cases are critical for the accused and have implications that extend beyond the courtroom, reflecting broader issues of governance and accountability.
The next hearings on December 12 will likely set the course for the resolution of these high-stakes cases.
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