Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has been found guilty in cases related to the events of May 9. The Lahore Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) rejected his bail in eight separate cases connected to the violence that occurred on that day.
The court issued its ruling in a written decision by ATC Judge Manzar Ali Gul, which was six pages long. The verdict highlighted strong evidence against Imran Khan, including audio and video recordings where he allegedly instructed his supporters to incite violence. The court also pointed out that witnesses had testified about a conspiracy that was allegedly planned by Khan at Zaman Park, where he is said to have made preparations for his possible arrest. The plan involved using his followers to disrupt state functions.
Imran Khan's defense team argued that he should be granted bail because he was already arrested when the incidents occurred, and in similar cases, bail was granted after arrest. However, the court rejected this argument. The judge emphasized that the case was serious and involved more than just a conspiracy or incitement to violence.
The prosecution argued that Imran Khan had directly incited attacks on military and government buildings, and had mobilized his supporters to follow his instructions. The court also referred to a previous decision by the Lahore High Court regarding bail in a similar case, where the role of Imran Khan in the conspiracy was highlighted.
Additionally, the court rejected the defense's claim that the prosecution had failed to provide details like dates, times, or locations for the alleged conspiracy. The court confirmed that the conspiracy was planned at Zaman Park on May 7 and May 9. Undercover police officers, posing as PTI supporters, reportedly overheard conversations about the plot.
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