LHC summons lawyers to argue on plea regarding Abid boxer's protection
Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has told the court that Abid Boxer is not in their custody.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday has summoned lawyers of both parties to record their arguments on a plea regarding former police official dubbed as ‘encounter master’ Abid Boxer’s protection.
Abid’s father-in-law Jaffar Rafi submitted a plea, demanding to give protection to his son-in-law as he can be killed in fake encounter. He complained that the police were not disclosing details about his arrival in Pakistan despite repeated requests.
Subsequently, the court has directed the lawyers to prepare for arguments and adjourned the hearing till March 8.
It is to be mentioned that after police, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has also told the court that Abid Boxer is not in their custody.
Abid Boxer, who was arrested in Dubai, wielded considerable influence among political and showbiz circles due to his extra-judicial tactics in disposing off hardcore criminals. He became wanted only when he was found involved in murders or abetment of murders of several individuals.
In 2002, Abid Boxer made stage artist Nargis the victim of his high-handed violence. Out of fear, many artists were compelled to keep good terms with him.
Among his crime-partners include a former police officer Naveed Saeed who was killed in 2005 in Satokatla and land grabbers like Malik Ihsan, Gogi Butt and Taifi Butt, who were backing him financially during his stay abroad.
