LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Thursday indicted 55 workers of the proscribed Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) in a case involving murder, attack on police personnel and arson during violent protests in the Shahdara area.
Court Proceedings
The court framed charges against the accused, who pleaded not guilty and opted to contest the allegations. Following the indictment, the court summoned prosecution witnesses to record their statements and adjourned further proceedings until June 24.
Hearing Details
ATC Judge Shahid Sikandar conducted the hearing. The prosecution informed the court that it had already submitted the challan in the case registered at Shahdara police station.
The indictment marks a significant step in the legal process against the accused, who are linked to violent protests that resulted in loss of life and property damage. The court will resume hearing the case on the next date, where witnesses are expected to testify.
