| Case ID |
2fe868cf-b065-4c25-8c29-6822a274c95a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 198-J of 2016 |
| Decision Date |
Sep 12, 2019 |
| Hearing Date |
Sep 12, 2019 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court allowed the appeal against the conviction of Muhammad Bilal, finding that the prosecution had failed to establish its case beyond a reasonable doubt. The court noted significant discrepancies in the evidence presented, including the timing of the incident and the lack of corroborating witnesses. The court emphasized that the FIR was not promptly recorded, suggesting it was concocted after consultation to cover the delay. The absence of credible evidence regarding the motive and the presence of the witnesses at the scene further weakened the prosecution's case. Consequently, the court acquitted Muhammad Bilal of the charges against him. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the appeal of Muhammad Bilal against his conviction for the murder of Mst. Parveen Akhtar. The Lahore High Court scrutinized the evidence presented by the prosecution, which included allegations of murder stemming from a purported theft of a motorcycle. The court highlighted critical flaws in the prosecution's account, including inconsistencies in the timing of the incident and the failure to produce essential evidence, such as the motorcycle's registration details and any relevant call data. The court concluded that the FIR was not recorded in a timely manner and appeared to be fabricated to align with the prosecution's narrative. The presence of the complainant and key witnesses at the scene was also called into question, leading the court to determine that the prosecution had not met its burden of proof. Ultimately, the court's decision to acquit Muhammad Bilal underscores the importance of credible evidence and the presumption of innocence in criminal proceedings. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
CH. ABDUL AZIZ,
FAROOQ HAIDER
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| Lawyers |
Farooq Haider Malik,
Ch. Asghar Ali Gill,
Muhammad Sohail Akhtar Alkara
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Bilal
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| Respondents |
The State
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| Citations |
2021 SLD 1540,
2021 YLR 1252
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| Other Citations |
2019 SCMR 1165
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
302,
34
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