An Islamabad court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Sohail Afridi. The decision came after his repeated absence from court proceedings.
The case was heard at the District and Sessions Courts in Islamabad. Civil Judge Abbas Shah presided over the hearing and reviewed the matter.
According to court officials, CM Sohail Afridi did not appear despite being summoned earlier. His absence led the court to take strict action. The judge ordered authorities to arrest him and present him before the court.
The court also directed law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with the order. The next hearing of the case has been scheduled for April 16.
The case against CM Sohail Afridi is linked to allegations involving state institutions. Authorities claim that certain statements or content violated legal provisions.
The complaint was registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. This law deals with cyber-related offenses in Pakistan.
The investigation is being handled by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency. Officials said they are collecting digital evidence related to the case.
Sources added that CM Sohail Afridi has not yet publicly responded to the court’s decision. It remains unclear whether he will appear in the next hearing or challenge the warrants.
Legal experts say non-bailable warrants are issued in serious situations. This usually happens when a person fails to attend court despite repeated notices.
They also explained that such warrants require immediate compliance. Authorities are expected to act quickly to produce the accused before the court.
The development has drawn attention in political and legal circles. Observers are closely watching how CM Sohail Afridi will respond to the situation.
The case highlights the increasing use of cyber laws in Pakistan. It also shows the importance of attending court proceedings when summoned.
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Further updates are expected after the next hearing. The court’s future actions will depend on the response of CM Sohail Afridi.
