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ATC extends bail of Imran Khan’s sisters, 32 others in Jinnah House attack case

Aleema Khan says they have been approached by numerous individuals urging them to remain silent in exchange for assistance in releasing Imran Khan from jail.

GNN Web Desk
Published 9 months ago on Mar 12th 2024, 7:30 pm
By Web Desk
ATC extends bail of Imran Khan’s sisters, 32 others in Jinnah House attack case

Lahore: An anti-terrorism court on Tuesday extended interim bail of 34 accused including sisters of PTI founder Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan in the Jinnah House attack case.

The duty judge of the anti-terrorism court passed the order on pleas moved by  34 accused, including Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan.

The court adjourned further hearing till April 20.

Aleema Khan addressed the media after her appearance in court, expressing frustration over the ongoing situation. She stated that they had been approached by numerous individuals urging them to remain silent in exchange for assistance in releasing Imran Khan from jail.

Regarding the health of the PTI founder and Bushra Bibi, Aleema Khan mentioned that although they were generally fine, the PTI founder experienced intestinal pain.

She criticized the authorities for not informing them earlier so they could arrange medical care, indicating that permissions were required from higher-ups according to the superintendent.

Aleema Khan emphasized that they faced terrorism charges and lamented the lack of progress in the investigation. Despite appearing in court, she highlighted the absence of a judge and investigation officer, citing nine months of harassment and incomplete investigations.