The family of deceased Khalil, who was killed along with his wife and daughter by the CTD personnel in a shady encounter in Sahiwal, Sunday reiterated its dissatisfaction with the joint investigation team and its ongoing probe. They also threatened to take to the streets if judicial commission is not formed to probe the shootout, a private TV channel reported.
Meanwhile, the JIT tasked with probing the incident that killed three of a family on Jan 19 returned to Lahore on Sunday after gathering more evidences into the case. According to sources, the JIT apprised Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was in Lahore on Sunday, of its finding in the case during a meeting. It has been learnt that more arrests will be made in the light of the JIT findings.
Khalil’s family also appealed to Chief Minister Usman Buzdar to ensure provision of justice keeping in view his promise.
Published in Daily Times, February 4th 2019.