By Sandra Loyd
Former PTI Leader Fawad Chaudhry’s Indictment Deferred in ECP Officials Threat Case
Court Postpones Indictment Hearing
A district and sessions court in Islamabad deferred the indictment hearing of former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Fawad Chaudhry in a case involving threats made against Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) officials on Saturday, July 3.
The court scheduled the next hearing for July 7.
Chaudhry Fails to Appear in Court
Chaudhry, a one-time close aide of former prime minister Imran Khan, was supposed to be charged for his alleged threatening remarks directed at ECP officials on Saturday, but failed to appear in court, leading to the postponement.
Instead, his legal representative submitted a plea seeking exemption from the hearing on his behalf. Judge Tahir Abbas inquired about the reasons behind the politician’s absence despite being instructed to ensure his presence.
Lawyer Cites Illness as Cause for Absence
In response, Chaudhry’s lawyer cited his client’s illness as the cause for his nonattendance.
“[Chaudhry] can take a longer break once the charges are framed. Both you and Fawad, take care of your health,” remarked the judge.
Multiple Legal Troubles
Chaudhry is facing multiple legal troubles, including a sedition case, for allegedly “threatening” electoral body members during a media talk outside the former prime minister’s residence in Lahore back in January.
Chaudhry was arrested on January 25, the same day he made the controversial remarks, but was subsequently granted bail on February 1.
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