Court Issues Arrest Warrants After Repeated Non-Appearance
ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad has declared former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur a proclaimed offender in a liquor and arms recovery case. The decision comes after Gandapur repeatedly failed to appear before the court despite multiple summons.
The oral order was announced by Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan Chishti during a hearing of the case. Following the declaration, the court also issued arrest warrants for Gandapur, directing law enforcement agencies to take immediate action.
Case Registered at Bara Kahu Police Station
Court records reveal that the case against Ali Amin Gandapur is registered at Bara Kahu police station. The case pertains to the recovery of liquor and firearms, although further details regarding the incident have not been disclosed publicly.
According to officials, Gandapur was served multiple notices to appear before the court. However, he did not respond to any of the summons, prompting the magistrate to declare him a proclaimed offender. The court emphasized that repeated failure to appear is a serious violation of judicial procedures.
Further Proceedings Adjourned, Law Enforcement Directed
Following the declaration, further proceedings in the case have been adjourned. The court has directed law enforcement authorities to execute the arrest warrants and report compliance back to the court. Officials said the warrants will be implemented across relevant jurisdictions to ensure Gandapur’s arrest.
The development marks a significant step in the ongoing legal proceedings against the former chief minister. Judicial sources noted that declaring Gandapur a proclaimed offender allows authorities to take stronger measures under the law to secure his appearance in court.
The case has attracted considerable public and media attention, given Gandapur’s political profile. Observers suggest that the execution of arrest warrants and subsequent court appearances could have political implications.
The court will review compliance reports submitted by law enforcement in the upcoming hearings. Meanwhile, authorities have been instructed to ensure the arrest is carried out in accordance with legal procedures and without undue delay.
The proclamation of Ali Amin Gandapur as an offender underscores the judiciary’s commitment to enforcing attendance and accountability in cases involving prominent figures. Further updates on the case are expected as authorities move to implement the court’s directives.
