| Case ID |
39f49d29-8b4d-4a3a-abfc-0688bfafbcb1 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. As. Nos. 204964, 204976, 204979, 204982, 2049 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 01, 2023 |
| Hearing Date |
Jun 01, 2023 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court upheld the death sentences of the appellants Muhammad Anwar, Abdul Rehman, Muhammad Sarwar, and Muhammad Afzaal @ Jalu for their roles in the murder of five individuals from one family. The court found that the evidence presented was reliable and established a clear motive rooted in prior enmity. The testimonies from eyewitnesses and injured parties were deemed credible despite minor discrepancies. The court emphasized the heinous nature of the crime and the need for a strong deterrent against such acts. The sentences of life imprisonment for other appellants were affirmed, highlighting the severe nature of the offenses committed. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the brutal murder of five members from a single family, committed in broad daylight. The Lahore High Court's decision reaffirmed the importance of eyewitness testimony, even from relatives of the deceased, as long as it is credible. The court highlighted the significance of motive, linking the crime to previous enmity and revenge. The case reflects ongoing issues of violence in society, particularly related to family disputes and revenge killings. The decision reinforces the legal principle that minor discrepancies in witness statements do not undermine the overall credibility of the prosecution's case. The court's ruling serves as a reminder of the judicial system's commitment to uphold justice and maintain public safety by imposing appropriate penalties for violent crimes. This case is critical in understanding the application of the Pakistan Penal Code, particularly sections relating to murder and conspiracy. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Miss Aalia Neelum,
Asjad Javaid Ghural
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| Lawyers |
Mahram Ali Bali,
Naveed Ahmed Khawaja,
Muhammad Asjad Ch.,
Malik Usman Zafar,
Rai Mohsin Iqbal,
Asifa Manzoor,
Muhammad Imran,
Naseer Ahmed,
Ghulam Kazim,
Muhammad Nadeem Abbasi,
Shah Nawaz Shah,
Waqar Hassan Mir,
Malik Ishrat Hussain,
Rana Abrar Ahmed Khan,
Rana Moazzam Abbas,
Malik Hammad Akhtar,
Maida Sobia
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD ANWAR
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| Respondents |
STATE etc.
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| Citations |
2024 SLD 3762,
2024 PLJ 382
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| Other Citations |
2021 SCMR 176,
2021 SCMR 500,
2000 SCMR 383,
2023 SCMR 929,
1992 SCMR 1982,
1991 SCMR 1622,
1999 SCMR 2722
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| Laws Involved |
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
302,
324,
148,
149,
427,
109
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