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Case ID 1b6c2d1f-f330-49eb-8533-45b1d9674677
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Case Number Const. Petition Nos. S-618 of 2012, S-65, 74, 79,
Decision Date Oct 14, 2015
Hearing Date Oct 08, 2015
Decision The court addressed the alarming and shocking figures of absconders and proclaimed offenders in the Sindh region, emphasizing the necessity of efficient law enforcement mechanisms. It highlighted the importance of the role of police in ensuring public safety and the obligation of citizens to assist in such matters. The court's order mandated the police to actively pursue the arrest of absconders and use available technology to track them effectively. The decision underscored the need for transparency and accountability in law enforcement to restore public trust and ensure justice is served. The court also pointed out the systemic failures in the police department, urging reforms and improved training for officers to better handle investigations and community relations.
Summary This case highlights the critical issue of absconders and proclaimed offenders in Pakistan, particularly in Sindh, where the court noted an alarming number of absconders and a lack of effective police action. The case involved multiple petitions seeking the arrest of absconders related to serious crimes such as murder and abduction. The court's decision stressed the need for a comprehensive approach to law enforcement, including the use of technology, public cooperation, and adherence to legal protocols. It also pointed to the systemic issues within the police force that hinder effective action against crime. The ruling calls for reforms to improve police accountability and efficiency, ensuring that the rights of victims are upheld and justice is served. This case is significant in shaping future policies regarding law enforcement and public safety in Pakistan.
Court Sindh High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges SALAHUDDIN PANHWAR, J.
Lawyers Safdar Ali Ghouri, Mr. Asif Ali Abdul Razzak Soomro, Mr. Naimatullah Bhurgri, Mr. Ali Nawaz Ghanghro, Mr. Akeel Ahmed Bhutto, Mr. Muhammad Imran Abbasi, Mr. Mir Muhammad Buriro, Mrs. Najaf Shah, Mr. Mumtaz Ali Brohi, Mr. Rafique Ahmed K. Abro, Mr. Imdad Ali Tunio, Mr. Muhammad Afzal Jaghirani, Mr. Athar Abbas Solangi, Mr. Shamsuddin Abbasi, Mr. Abdul Hamid Bhurgri
Petitioners NASRULLAH
Respondents S.H.O. SADDAR, P.S. JACOBABAD and 6 others
Citations 2016 SLD 1612, 2016 PLJ 414
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Constitution of Pakistan, 1973, Criminal Procedure Code, 1898, Police Rules, 1934
Sections 5(2), 59, 87, 88, 344, 512, 23.1, 23.4, 23.7