Law: Pakistan Penal Code, 1860

Section: 302,324,34

Law: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Arms Act, (XXIII of 2013)

Section: 15

Summary

The petitioner sought post-arrest bail for charges under sections 302, 324, 34 of the Pakistan Penal Code and section 15 of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Arms Act, 2013, related to a fatal shooting incident. The court noted that while firearms linked to the petitioner were recovered, the evidence against him requires further trial inquiry. Bail was granted based on the absence of witness examination and no requirement for further investigation.

Core Points

• Petitioner charged under sections 302, 324, 34 PPC and section 15 of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Arms Act, 2013.
• FIR alleges petitioner and co-accused caused fatal injuries to Tariq Mehmood and injuries to others.
• Firearm evidence (.30 bore pistol and crime empties) linked to petitioner.
• Co-accused granted bail except petitioner and some others.
• No witnesses examined yet at trial; challan submitted.
• Bail granted as case falls under further inquiry and no further investigation needed.
• Bail conditioned on furnishing bonds of Rs. 200,000 with two sureties.
• Court observations are tentative and do not impact trial merits.

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