- Both were presented before the court today.
- The prosecution sought a 10-day physical remand for both.
- Judge Abual Hasnat Muhammad Zulqarnain heard the case.
The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) of Islamabad on Monday handed human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) leader Ali Wazir into police custody on a three-day physical remand.
The prosecution sought a 10-day physical remand for both Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir. However, in a reserved decision, ATC Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain announced that both individuals would be handed over to the police on a three-day physical remand.
Islamabad’s ATC took center stage as a case of rebellion, intimidation, and incitement unfolded against Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir. Both individuals found themselves before the court, facing serious charges.
Iman Mazari’s emotional appearance in court caught the attention of many. Upon her arrival, she shared an overwhelmed embrace with her mother, Shireen Mazari. Facing the ATC Judge Abul Hasnat, both Iman Mazari and Ali Wazir presented themselves for legal proceedings.
Iman Mazari’s legal representative informed the court that she had been remanded for one day. The lawyer further stated that the police had not yet received any evidence for the case, even after two days. The investigation into Iman Mazari had not taken place, emphasized her lawyer.
Highlighting the situation, the lawyer defended Iman Mazari’s presence, asserting that she had no intention of evading the proceedings.
The police had confiscated her mobile phone and laptop as part of the ongoing investigation. Interestingly, two similar cases had been registered against Iman Mazari.
The accusations against Iman Mazari revolved around the concern that her statements might benefit anti-national elements. Her lawyer argued against the necessity of keeping her in police custody. Furthermore, more than 900 people were named as co-accused in the case alongside Iman Mazari.
