| Case ID |
d4fd639c-452a-482a-8189-ca84882169c9 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
No.12/T and Criminal Revision No.125 of 1999 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 10, 2001 |
| Hearing Date |
Oct 10, 2001 |
| Decision |
The Lahore High Court upheld the conviction and sentence of Abid Ali and Faiz Rasool alias Faisal alias Faizi, sentencing them to death on six counts under section 302 of the Penal Code for the murder of Mst. Nabeela, Mst. Rasheedan Bibi, Muhammad Ali, Muhammad Usman, Amir, and Muhammad Asif. The court found substantial evidence, including the confessional statement of Muhammad Attique, corroborating the prosecution's case. The court dismissed the appeal of the appellants and confirmed the death sentence, emphasizing the absence of any reasonable doubt regarding their involvement in the heinous crime. The court also acquitted Muhammad Attique due to insufficient evidence against him. |
| Summary |
In a significant ruling by the Lahore High Court, the case of Faiz Rasool alias Faisal alias Faizi and Abid Ali resulted in their conviction for multiple murders, stemming from a tragic incident where a house was set on fire, leading to the deaths of six individuals, including women and children. The court meticulously analyzed the evidence, which included eyewitness accounts and confessional statements. The motive revolved around a gambling dispute, highlighting the dark underbelly of such illicit activities. Legal experts emphasize the implications of this case on criminal justice, especially concerning the application of the Anti Terrorism Act and the Penal Code. The ruling sets a precedent for handling cases involving arson and mass casualties, reinforcing the legal framework designed to deter such brutal acts. This case remains a focal point in discussions about legal reform and the judiciary's role in ensuring justice for victims of violent crimes. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ZAFAR PASHA CHAUDHARY,
MIAN MUHAMMAD JEHANGIR
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Ishfaq Ahmad,
Afzal Siddiqui,
Ghulam Nabi Bhatti,
Najam-ul-Hassan
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| Petitioners |
FAIZ RASOOL alias FAISAL alias FAIZI
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| Respondents |
THE STATE
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| Citations |
2002 SLD 951,
2002 PCRLJ 551
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860),
Anti Terrorism Act, 1997,
Qanun-e-Shahadat (10 of 1984)
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| Sections |
302,
427,
436,
7,
71
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