Anti-terrorism court expresses anger over missing investigation officer in bail hearing
An Islamabad anti-terrorism court showed severe annoyance on Monday regarding the absence of an investigating officer during bail pleas for lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha.
Judge questions police deputy
The judge summoned the deputy superintendent of police to explain why the investigation officer was not present. The court official stated that the officer was currently out of town in Gilgit-Baltistan. The judge rejected a printed WhatsApp message as proof and demanded the original document.
Hearing adjourned pending records
The court refused to accept verbal explanations regarding the missing case file. Legal representatives were told that documentary evidence must be produced before the next session. The hearing was paused while the judge considered further orders concerning the absent officer.
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