| Case ID |
42df7a3d-e02b-4296-9c69-cab89c009487 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Misc. (B.A.) No. 3393-P of 2022 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 05, 2022 |
| Hearing Date |
Dec 05, 2022 |
| Decision |
The petition for bail was dismissed due to the serious nature of the charges against the petitioner, which included abduction and assault on a medical student. The court found no mistaken identity and emphasized the heinous nature of the crime, which involved forcibly compelling the victim to enter a motorcar, stripping her of her hijab, and causing physical harm. The judge noted that such actions warranted strong condemnation and that bail should be denied in cases of this nature. Additionally, the prosecution was directed to submit a complete challan within seven days, and the trial was to be expedited to ensure a timely resolution. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around a serious crime involving abduction and assault against a medical student, Mst. Malaika Qazi, who was targeted at a bus stop in Peshawar. The petitioner, Gul Muhammad, allegedly forced her into a motorcar, stripped her of her hijab, and inflicted physical harm while also stealing her belongings. The court highlighted the lack of mistaken identity and the public nature of the crime, stressing the need for strong legal repercussions. The judgment reflects the court's commitment to addressing such violent offenses with the seriousness they deserve, emphasizing victim protection and the necessity of swift legal action. Keywords: abduction, assault, bail, Peshawar High Court, criminal law, victim rights, legal proceedings, public safety. |
| Court |
Peshawar High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Mohammad Ibrahim Khan, J
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| Lawyers |
Inayat Ali Khan,
Mujahid Ali Khan, Additional A.G.,
Ali Akbar, OII,
Adil Khan
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| Petitioners |
GUL MUHAMMAD
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| Respondents |
The STATE
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| Citations |
2024 SLD 2821,
2024 PCRLJ 603
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898),
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
497,
365-B,
354-A,
427,
509
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