13-member SC constitutional bench to hear review petitions on reserved seats
Apex court had ordered reserved seats be allocated to PTI
Contempt case: IHC issues show-cause notice to Immigration DG, NAB director
Show-cause notice issued to Immigration DG and NAB director for contempt of court
Scheduled visit to ICJ for taking up Pahalgam issue cancelled for now: AGP
AGP Mansoor Awan spoke during hearing of case of civilians' military trial
IHC seeks govt reply over Aleema Khan's inclusion in travel ban list
Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro heard Aleema Khan’s petition to remove her name from travel ban list
ATC grants bail to Bushra Bibi in multiple Nov 26 cases
Court instructed that Bibi must be included in the investigation
CJP Afridi returns to Pakistan from foreign visit
Chief Justice participated in a conference of member states of SCO held in China
Imran Khan rally attack: ATC hands down life term to prime accused
The case was related to November 22 attack in Wazirabad on Imran Khan's rally
LHC dismisses Fawad Chaudhry's plea to merge all May 9 cases
Justice Tariq noted that FIRs involved separate incidents, times, locations, and accused individuals
LHC CJ Aalia Neelum orders assuring every facility to litigants across Punjab courts
Chief Justice Neelum is taking historic steps to provide facilities to litigants
LHC upholds civil judge's removal over election rigging
Instead of following the rulebook, judges sent the altered results directly to election commission
PTI leaders among 17 indicted in May 9 case
Suspects were charged with rioting, damaging public property
LHC CJ stresses modern methods to dispose of pending cases
Says new SOPs formed to prevent bogus, fake cases
Biometric, picture mandatory for filing petition in Punjab courts
LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum has issued fresh SOPs for filing a petition
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah to take oath as acting CJP on April 21
Justice Muneeb Akhtar will administer oath to Justice Shah
PM Shehbaz appears in court via video link in defamation suit against Imran Khan
Shehbaz Sharif said that PTI founder leveled baseless allegations against him
JCP to appoint permanent chief justices to high courts
Session of judicial commission rescheduled to May 19
Gandapur grants Rs50m to LHCBA, urges lawyers to unite for PTI founder's release
Gandapur addressed lawyers during a visit to Lahore High Court on Thursday
JCP approves appointment of two new judges to SC's constitutional bench
Justices Mansoor Shah, Munib Akhtar, along with Barristers Ali Zafar, Gohar, opposed appointment
Why Israel is expanding its frontiers into Gaza, Lebanon and Syria
Why Israel is expanding its frontiers into Gaza, Lebanon and Syria
CJP assures protection of accused's rights in May 9 cases
Khosa also informed the court that 500 cases related to May 9 events were under trial
IHC orders recovery of four missing brothers within two weeks
Justice Asif told Islamabad police officials that he had already given enough time to law enforcers
Parvez Elahi granted bail in land grabbing case
Judge Ejaz Ali of the special accountability court heard arguments
IHCBA withdraws constitutional petition against judges' transfer
The petition was originally filed by the former cabinet of the Islamabad High Court Bar Association.
CJP questions need for Sanam Javed's physical remand in May 9 case
SC issued a notice to Sanam Javed and adjourned further hearing
LHC orders interior ministry to decide Pashtun family's CNIC appeal within a month
Justice Muzamal Akhtar Shabbir hears petition
Farewell ceremony held for LHC's Ali Baqar Najafi upon his elevation to SC
The ceremony was held at the Judges Lawn where LHC judges heaped praise on Najafi services
Head shaving videos: DIG tenders apology in LHC over despicable act
Justice Ali Zia Bajwa of the LHC heard the case on the petition of Advocate Vishal Shakir.
No one can be arrested without an FIR, says Supreme Court
A seven-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan heard the appeals.
Court allows medical examination, phone call with children to Imran
Additionally, the court directed that a compliance report be submitted by April 28
Completing trials in four months is humanly impossible, Babar Awan
Awan argued that deadline for trial completion was creating logistical difficulties for the accused
Ali Amin Gandapur granted 40-day protective bail by Peshawar High Court
The court also directed that no arrest should be made in any of the ongoing cases against CM
ATC hands down seven-year jail terms to three in Khalilur Rehman's honeytrap case
ATC Judge Arshad Javed announced the verdict of the high-profile case.
SC seeks detailed report from govt on forest lands
The case was heard by a five-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan.
SC constitutional bench serves notice on acting IHC CJ, two other judges in transfer case
The five-member bench headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar heard the petitions
Aafia Siddiqui's US lawyer to visit Pakistan on May 4, IHC adjourns hearing to May 6
Mr. Clive Smith, is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on May 4.
SC directs completion of May 9 events trial within four months
The court disposed of the Punjab government's appeals with a directive
GHQ attack case: Jail trial delayed again as witnesses fail to appear
Witnesses have been absent despite repeated summons over the past two months.
ATC extends interim bail of Imran Khan's sisters in October 5 arson cases
The hearing was postponed without proceedings as presiding judge was on leave
JCP approves four retired judges as members
Justices (retd) Shakirullah Jan, Nazir Lango, Maqbool Baqar, Shaukat Siddiqui included
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi approach IHC for early hearing of 190m pounds case
Conviction was announced on January 17: Petition
JCP approves Justice Ali Baqar Najafi's elevation to Supreme Court
The decision to appoint Justice Ali Baqar Najafi to the Supreme Court was made by majority vote.
SC weighs in on use of AI in judicial system
The verdict clarified that AI was merely a facilitation tool
Judicial Commission meeting to be held today
The proposal includes bringing two judges from the Lahore High Court (LHC) to the SC.
LHC questions reliability of polygraph test in criminal conviction
The hearing was adjourned till April 15 for further experts input and research review.
FIR to verdict: LHC launches landmark criminal justice system
LHC CJ Aalia Neelum inaugurates pilot project for Lahore and Rahim Yar Khan
IHC summons two IGPs to come clean about four missing brothers
Justice Muhammad Asif hears Afghan woman Gull Seema’s petition for recovery of her four sons
SC questions lack of independent forum for military trials
Do cases go to military courts because harsher punishments are expected there, asks judge
Supreme Court schedules hearings for May 9 cases
The bail plea of PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry is set for hearing on April 15
ATC confirms bail of Omar Ayub in nine protest cases
Court expressed displeasure as the investigation officer failed to present the case records
LHC set to launch landmark digital platform for criminal case records
CJ Neelum took notice as challans in over 400,000 cases had not been filed
SC to hear contempt case against Firdous Ashiq Awan
Awan had made remarks pertaining to former CJ Faez Isa
Civilians' trial in military courts: SC questions govt's lack of trust on institutions
Do the federation, provinces not have trust on their own institutions, asks Justice Mandokhail
SC expresses displeasure over Hamid Khan's absence in case
A plea sought bar on former CJP Qazi Faez Isa from hearing PTI's cases
LHC summons AGP in pleas against X ban
A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Aalia Neelum heard the petitions.
SC orders trial courts to conclude May 9 cases in four months
Anti-terrorism courts are capable of delivering timely performance: CJP
LHC shows displeasure over absence of attorney general in Anti-Rape Act case
The court summoned the attorney general to appear in-person on April 14
LHC bench dissolved in detention law case after Justice Ishaq recuses himself
Chief Justice Aalia Neelum will now form a new larger bench to hear the case.
Denying women jobs in deceased father's quota discriminatory: SC
Declares a woman eligible for getting a job in place of her deceased father
Supreme Court constitutes seven benches to hear cases
Bench one headed by CJP Afridi, constitutional bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan
Govt abolishes five accountability courts in Lahore
Earlier, there were 10 accountability courts working in Lahore
LHC to hear Imran Khan's bail pleas in May 9 cases on April 10
The court has summoned special prosecutors to present their arguments during the proceedings
Govt restores passports of Pakistanis involved in attacking ex-CJP Isa
The incident occurred in Middle Temple when the vehicle of Qazi Faez Isa was stopped
Challans of 332 cases submitted in courts on LHC chief justice's orders
Correspondence was sent to the IG Punjab and DIG about the incompetence of officers
Journalist Waheed Murad handed over to FIA
Murad shared posts related to the Balochistan Liberation Army, alleged FIA
Court cancels hearing of Toshakhana II case
Hearing of case was scheduled for March 26 in Adiala Jail
'Anti-state' content: Journalist Mallick sent to jail on judicial remand
Journalist sent on judicial remand for allegedly airing “anti-state” content
CJP Afridi stresses judicial reforms for timely and transparent justice
Chief Justice Afridi reviewed the ongoing judicial reforms
Court upholds non-bailable arrest warrants for CM Gandapur in audio leaks case
The court scheduled the next hearing for April 18
LHC acquits rape convict after six years citing insufficient DNA report
The court's decision stated that DNA samples are not securely transferred
CJP Afridi convenes Judicial Commission meeting on April 8
Two judges of Lahore High Court would be promoted to the Supreme Court
CM Bugti lauds federal govt over development projects for Balochistan
CM Bugti also acknowledged federal government’s allocation of mega projects for Balochistan
JIT summons Aleema Khan, 16 others over social media propaganda
JIT summons Aleema Khan, 16 others over social media propaganda
Islamabad High Court seeks record of Imran Khan's jail meetings
Imran Khan has been allowed out-of-schedule meetings beyond the jail manual regulations: SP Adiala
Petition for meeting with Imran Khan yet again excluded from IHC cause list
Justice Sardar had summoned a written response from the Deputy Registrar
Salman Akram Raja highlights emerging political movement in Punjab
Pakistan is evolving into a fascist state rather than an Islamic welfare state, says PTI leader
IHC schedules cases about PTI founder's jail meetings
Three-member bench, headed by Acting Chief Justice Sardar Sarfraz Dogar, will hear cases
Federal Shariat Court declares denial of women's inheritance un-Islamic
The ruling was issued by a four-member bench, led by Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman
SC launches anti-corruption hotline to enhance judicial accountability
Citizens can report bribery via WhatsApp at 0326-4442444
IHC judge initiates contempt proceedings for cancelling cause list
Justice Khan remarked, "Instead of doing this, you would have blown up my court with explosives"
Justice Mandokhail laments lack of implementation of child protection laws
He emphasised that responsibilities must be fulfilled by the concerned authorities
KP govt sets up welfare fund for judicial officers
For the establishment of the fund, each judicial officer will contribute money on a monthly basis
Reema Khan moves LHC for establishment of defamation tribunals
Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh presided over the hearing.
Karachi Bar Association moves Supreme Court against IHC judges' transfer
It urges that the President lacks unchecked authority to transfer judges
SC urges federal, GB govts to resolve judges' appointments issue
SC sought the federal government's stance on the conditional withdrawal of the case by GB govt
Biological fathers must support children born out of wedlock: LHC
LHC underscores moral duty of father to take responsibility for child
LHC set to hear Imran Khan's bail pleas in May 9 cases
Petitions argued that the cases were filed as part of a political victimisation
IHC orders Imran Khan's appearance through video link or in person
Reprimanding Superintendent Jail, judge remarked, "You are mocking the court."
Peshawar High Court bars arrest of Azam Swati until April 15
The court granted additional time for authorities to present the case details
Imran Khan challenges transfer of three IHC judges in Supreme Court
The petition requested the court to nullify the transfer of the three judges
Arrest warrants for KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur remain intact
The police report regarding the arrest warrants was not submitted
Super tax cases moved to constitutional bench
Islamabad, Lahore High Court were hearing intra-court appeals earlier
GHQ attack case hearing postponed until April 9
Former federal minister Azam Swati also attended the proceedings.
Court issues arrest warrants for PTI leaders in Azadi March cases
Two cases against Imran Khan and others are registered at Kohsar Police Station.
ATC extends Armaghan's physical remand in Mustafa Amir murder case
Investigating officer presented the accused before the court
Continuation of Super Tax draws court's ire
Justice Mandokhail remarked that this story would become very lengthy
IHC directs Adiala Jail authorities to present Imran Khan's power of attorney
Shoaib Shaheen argued without signed power of attorney, they could not proceed with legal matters.
LHC completes One-Link Project for FIR-to-verdict record
LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum initiated this project
Women judges play a key role in justice delivery: CJP Yahya Afridi
He stated that increasing representation of women in Pakistan’s judiciary is a positive development
PTI moves LHC for rally permission at Minar-e-Pakistan
The administration has not made a decision on the party’s request
SC delists all May 9 cases as Punjab govt seeks more time for prep
Zulfiqar Naqvi requested more time, stating that Punjab govt had recently appointed him as counsel
Court declares Dua Zahra, Zaheer's marriage legitimate
The court dismissed the request to declare the Nikah certificate fake
South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace, UN rights body says
South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace, UN rights body says
Punjab govt issues list of proscribed organisations
Punjab Home Department has urged citizens not to donate to unregistered or banned charities
LHC acquits four accused in honour killing case
The accused were facing life imprisonment and seven years of imprisonment each
PA session convened on Friday to approve Punjab Local Government Act 2025
Provincial Motor Vehicles Ordinance 2025, Punjab Control of Narcotics Bill 2025
District bar association representatives call on CJP Afridi
Interference in courts' affairs would be wrong: CJP
PHC reprimands assistant attorney general for offloading PTI Senator Faisal Javed from Umrah flight
Justice Sahibzada Asadullah of the PHC conducted hearing
Moment of pride as LHC gets woman judge after decade
Justice Abhar Gul Khan is first civil judge to have been elevated as high court judge
Peshawar High Court grants protective bail to PTI's Faisal Javed
PHC assured Faisal Javed that he would not be arrested and could proceed with his Umrah journey
Law ministry proposes plans to link 13 major jails with courts
NA Standing Committee on Law and Justice informed
Islamabad court rejects bail pleas of 22 PTI workers in Nov 26 protest case
Shahzad Gondal had reserved the verdict after hearing arguments
Punishment should be ensured regardless of trial court: Justice Mandokhail
The court observes respect for military courts.
LHC approves 33 new civil judges
New judges include Afifa Mumtaz, Abdul Majid Shahab, Musaddiq Asghar, Zahid Bashir and others
Prosecution dissatisfied over police investigation into Mustafa Amir's murder
Department specifically requested update on four cases registered against accused
Amjad Iqbal Ranjha appointed registrar of Lahore High Court
The official notification of his appointment has been issued.
Five judges added to Supreme Court's constitutional bench
Justices Hashim Kakar, Aamer Farooq, Shakeel Ahmed, Ishtiaq Ibrahim, Salahuddin Panhwar included
Judicial Commission meeting today for appointment of additional LHC judges
Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi will preside over the meeting
JCP meeting convened for LHC judges' appointments
The meeting will be chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi
SC moved for national grand dialogue under judicial supervision
The petition was submitted by Engineer Qazi Muhammad Saleem, a resident of Peshawar
Punjab govt seeks more time for arguments in May 9 cases
A three-member branch, headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, heard the appeals
Peshawar High Court grants protective bail to Major (R) Tahir Sadiq
The petitioner claimed that politically motivated cases have been filed against him to harass him
768 judges in Punjab agree on double shifts, 979 decline
DG District Judiciary has forwarded the judges' reports to Chief Justice Yahya Afridi
ATC indicts Omar Ayub, other PTI leaders in Mianwali Judicial Complex attack case
Defendants deny allegations, say the case is fabricated and politically motivated
Mustafa murder case: ATC judge stripped of admin powers over physical remand refusal
More revelations about the tragic case surface as police dig deep into it
IHC seeks records on contempt plea over denial of Imran Khan's meetings
Adiala Jail SP had assured Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq’s court that meetings would be facilitated
Govt files intra-court appeal in contempt plea against SC additional registrar
The verdict of two-member bench was beyond its constitutional jurisdiction
Judicial Commission member Akhtar Hussain resigns over appointment disputes
He wrote that due to recent controversies surrounding judicial appointments he resigned
Islamabad Bar backs Supreme Court petition against judges' transfer
Bar President issued a statement condemning the transfer of judges
LHC dismisses PTI's plea for Minar-e-Pakistan rally on March 22
LHC advised the petitioner to approach the redressal committee
Article 245 does not grant judicial powers to military, argues Imran Khan's counsel
Former prime minister Imran Khan’s lawyer Uzair Bhandari is presenting arguments
LHCBA elects Hamid Khan group's Asif Niswana as president
Biometric system used to ensure transparency in elections
Islamabad High Court Bar also challenges judges' seniority list in SC
Petition argues that judges cannot be transferred from one HC to another without public interest
Shahid Khaqan accuses politicians of breaking principles for power
Public has lost faith in three major political parties, claims former PM
SC seeks report from Nadra, ECP on voting rights for overseas Pakistanis
Imran Khan, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had approached the top court on the matter
PTI delegation highlights grievances in rare meeting with CJP Yahya Afridi
Salman Akram Raja highlights human rights violations and misuse of the judicial system
Five IHC judges move Supreme Court against seniority list in aftermath of transfers
Justices Mohsin Kayani, Tariq Jahangiri, Babar Sattar, Ejaz Ishaq Khan, Saman Rafat file petition
IHC grants bail to over 120 PTI workers arrested during Nov 26 protest
IHC instructed all released workers to submit an affidavit at the police station
Harassment at workplace impediment to women's professional growth: Justice Mansoor
A two-member bench, headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, dismisses plea of accused
May 9 cases: charge sheets submitted in Rawalpindi ATC
The court will distribute case copies to all accused, including Imran Khan, on February 27.
LHC's Bahawalpur Bench begins hearing via video link
The service has been launched on the directions of LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum
PM calls on CJP Justice Yahya Afridi
Afridi welcomes judicial reforms and sought suggestions from PM on improving justice system
Punjab government decides to close 17 consumer courts
Summary highlights that cases are relatively low while expenses are significantly high
LHC sets aside single-bench order to remove NADRA chairman
Petitioner contended to declare appointment of serving military officer as NADRA chairman
Court seeks report on Moonis Elahi's arrest in money laundering case
The court also extended the freeze on Moonis Elahi’s assets
Farooq Sattar urges LEAs to take action against dumper drivers
Sharjeel Memon also expressed concern over increasing number of fatal traffic accidents
Court grants time for police report on plea against PM, others
The petitioner claimed his son was allegedly murdered at D-Chowk on Nov 26
Civilians' military trial is against fundamental rights, argues Salman Akram Raja in SC
Civilians cannot be court-martialed by stripping them of their fundamental rights: Raja
CJP Afridi constitutes case management committee
CJP Afridi will chair the newly-formed six-member committee.
26th amendment to strengthen judicial independence: Barrister Aqeel
Says claims of judicial compromise are unfounded
Police report declares Salman Akram Raja, others guilty in Oct 5 violence cases
The court extended the interim bails of the accused until April 12
ATC initiates proceedings to declare Farrukh Habib, Hammad Azhar absconders
Judge remarked he would write to the ministry regarding Imran Khan's jail trial in the case.
CJP convenes JCP meeting for LHC judges' appointments
Out of eight nominated sessions judges, four will be appointed additional judges of LHC
Justice Mansoor stripped off Federal Judicial Academy's advisory role
Justice Shah had been performing advisory role in the academy for the last one year.
Will deal with reference if filed against me, says Justice Mansoor
He was speaking to media after oath-taking ceremony of seven SC judges
Fazl backs journalists against controversial PECA
Fazlur Rehman said government should not make rules for journalists
IHC acting CJ Sarfaraz Dogar's oath-taking scheduled for tomorrow
President Zardari had approved the appointment of Acting Chief Justices of the higher courts
Court seeks jail trial of Imran Khan in woman judge threat case
Advocate Sardar Masroof appeared in the court on behalf of Imran Khan
Lahore High Court summons Sanam Javed in surety bond forfeiture case
Petitioner requested that the LHC annul the order to confiscate her bonds
IHC dismisses representation filed by five judges against new seniority list
IHC dismisses representation filed by five judges against new seniority list
Imran Khan plans to write another letter to COAS next week: Aleema Khan
Khan also urged Justice Yahya Afridi to uphold rule of law
JCP appoints six SC judges amid PTI, senior judges' boycott
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Munib Akhtar boycotted the Judicial Commission meeting
Nine additional judges take oath at Lahore High Court
Justice Aalia Neelum, administered the oath in a simple yet dignified ceremony
Lawyers, police come face to face amid SJC meeting on judges' appointments
Routes to Red Zone will remain closed due to security concerns
SC adjourns military trial case due to lawyers' absence
Jutice Aminuddin remarked that it seemed lawyers wanted people to remain in detention indefinitely
In letter to CJP, Senator Ali Zafar urges deferment of JCP meeting
Senator Zafar proposed postponing Judicial Commission meeting until seniority issue resolved
Only Parliament or Supreme Court can repeal 26th amendment: Justice Mazhar
Justice Mazhar agreed with the constitutional bench’s decision
SC judges urge suspension of new appointments until 26th Amendment ruling
Justice Mansoor, Justice Munib Akhtar, Justice Ayesha Malik, and Justice Athar Minallah wrote letter
Justice Mansoor calls for climate diplomacy to cope with challenges
He was addressing an international conference on climate change
Bushra Bibi files pre-arrest bail in November 26 protest case
Case was registered against her under Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act 2024
Supreme Court disposes of 3,000 pending cases during 100 days of CJP
Apex court decided 8,174 cases while 4,963 new cases registered
Adiala Jail superintendent summoned after CM Gandapur denied meeting with Imran Khan
Court summoned Adiala Jail superintendent in person and adjourned hearing until Feb 12
LHC summons CTO over poor traffic arrangements in Lahore during matches
Justice Shahid Karim of LHC conducted the hearing
JCP approves 9 LHC additional judges
The Lahore High Court has a total of 60 judge positions, but until now, only 34 judges were serving
PFUJ challenges PECA in Islamabad High Court
It argued that PECA law is unconstitutional, illegal, and a direct attack on press freedom.
LHC directs DC to make decision on PTI's plea to hold rally at Minar-e-Pakistan today
Justice Farooq Haider of LHC conducted the hearing
Major reshuffle in IHC after appointment of three new judges
Justice Dogar replaces Justice Kayani as administrative judge for ATC, accountability courts
PECA 2025 challenged in SC with prayer for full court formation
Muhammad Qayyum Khan, a citizen, filed the plea
CJP Afridi, LHC CJ Aalia Neelum discuss judicial matters
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar was also present during the meeting.
10 new additional judges take oath at Peshawar High Court
The oath was administered by Chief Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim
Supreme Court questions jurisdiction of military courts over civilians
Raja stated that every eight to ten years, efforts were made to undermine judicial autonomy
Fazlur Rehman assures journalists of support regarding PECA bill
Journalists should have been involved in the decision-making process: JUI-F Chief
New Toshakhana case against Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi adjourned until Feb 10
PTI founder and Bushra Bibi were present in courtroom
PM Shehbaz acknowledges resurgence of terrorism in country
PM said 23 militants were neutralised and 18 security personnel embraced martyrdom
CJP Afridi welcomes judges' transfer to Islamabad High Court
The chief justice says Islamabad is a symbol of federation
Sindh, Balochistan high court bar associations welcome appointment of judges from other provinces to IHC
Bar presidents described the inclusion of judges from smaller provinces as a positive development
LHC issues judges' seniority list after Justice Sarfraz Dogar's transfer
20 judges have advanced one position in the seniority hierarchy
Bar associations announce drive against transfer of provincial judges to IHC
Term the decision an 'attack' on independence of judiciary
Judicial Commission approves appointment of 10 additional judges for PHC
The commission reviewed 40 candidates before finalising the appointments
Three judges from provincial high courts to be transferred to Islamabad High Court
Justice Dogar is likely to be appointed as the next Chief Justice at IHC
LHC expresses concern over declining groundwater levels
Court also blamed PDMA for its lack of action
Kurram jirga stresses need to implement peace agreement
KP CS underscored collective responsibility of both government and locals
IHC summons attorney general in missing persons case
Mandates attorney general’s personal appearance at the next hearing on March 6
Man sentenced to death for raping, murdering 7-year-old girl in Lahore
FIR was lodged after public protests and police investigations confirmed the abuse and murder
