London: The City of London Police has concluded its investigation into a complaint lodged by the Pakistan High Commission regarding an alleged attack on retired Justice Qazi Faez Isa and the High Commission’s diplomatic vehicle. The incident, which occurred on October 28 outside Middle Temple, was reportedly involving activists from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party.
Acting on instructions from the Pakistani Foreign Office, the High Commission filed the complaint and provided the police with video footage of the incident, including material from both publicly available sources and their own security cameras. The High Commission fully cooperated with the police, who later conducted a visit to gather additional information.
However, after reviewing the evidence, the police determined that it was insufficient to bring charges against any individuals involved. Sources within both the High Commission and the City of London Police confirmed that the case has now been closed due to the lack of evidence necessary for prosecution.
The High Commission affirmed that it had adhered to all relevant procedures when filing the complaint and assisting with the investigation.
The incident, which involved PTI protesters allegedly stopping and banging on Justice Isa’s car as he left Middle Temple following his appointment as Master Bencher, gained significant attention on social media. Video footage from the scene showed Justice Isa and his wife shielding themselves from the protesters.
In contrast, the Pakistani government responded by placing 23 individuals allegedly involved in the incident on a passport control list, effectively revoking their passports.
This situation highlights the differing approaches between the UK and Pakistan in handling the matter, with the UK requiring a higher evidentiary standard for criminal prosecution.
