The Anti-Terrorism Court of Rawalpindi has rejected the interim bail pleas of Bushra Bibi, the wife of former prime minister Imran Khan, in connection with 12 cases related to the May 9, 2023 incidents. The court, presided over by Judge Malik Ijaz Asif, has ordered the police to complete their investigation of these cases within the next seven days. The hearing, which took place at Adiala Jail, saw Bushra Bibi's interim bail applications dismissed as the court emphasized the necessity of investigating the numerous charges against her. "When a suspect is arrested in so many cases, an investigation is necessary," the court remarked and adjourned the hearing of all related cases until August 22.

The May 9 cases, which involve over 500 suspected individuals, have led to significant legal proceedings. The presence of all 500 suspects was marked. Several high-profile figures, including Imran Khan, Sheikh Rashid, Shibli Faraz, Ghulam Sarwar, Sadaqat Abbasi, Shireen Mazari, and Azam Swati, were also present during the hearing at the specially arranged courtroom within Adiala Jail. PTI Founder Imran Khan was also produced in the courtroom set up in Adiala Jail. The cases stem from the tragic events of May 9, which resulted in widespread unrest and led to a series of arrests and legal actions.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan