Probe links official negligence to recent killing of policemen in Lahore
LAHORE: A high-level investigation into the killing of two suspects in the alleged encounter in Muridke on Friday ‘blatantly exposed the loopholes in criminal justice system’ involving the suspicious conduct of some officials from police, jail and judiciary, which reportedly led to the loss of lives of police personnel in the individual targeted attacks. Following the disturbing reports that…
A recent investigation has revealed significant shortcomings in the criminal justice system, which contributed to the recent killing of two policemen in Lahore. The incident occurred during an encounter in Muridke, where two suspects, Fayyaz Butt and his son Rehan Butt, were allegedly involved in attacks on police personnel. The suspects were reportedly arrested and released multiple times, despite being high-value "wanted individuals."
In one instance, Rehan Butt was released after allegedly paying a bribe to the then Ravi Road Senior Superintendent of Police (SHO). Another suspect, Faizan, had been offering his services as an informant to law enforcement agencies but was later influenced by a militant, leading to his involvement in attacks on police personnel.
The probe has accused various officials, including police, jail, and judicial personnel, of misconduct, with several officers being held responsible for their negligence. The Lahore police authorities have constituted a joint investigation team (JIT) to hold those involved accountable.
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