LEGAL

Lahore High Court to Hear Appeals in May 9 Arson and Siege Cases on May 19

LHC to hear appeals of 49 accused sentenced in May 9 arson and siege cases on May 19. All were given 5-year prison terms by Gujranwala Anti-Terrorism Court.
2025-05-17
Lahore High Court to Hear Appeals in May 9 Arson and Siege Cases on May 19

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has set May 19 as the date for hearing appeals filed by 49 accused individuals sentenced in connection with the May 9 arson and siege incidents.

A two-member bench of the LHC, led by Justice Shahbaz Rizvi, will preside over the hearing. The accused had earlier been convicted by the Gujranwala Anti-Terrorism Court and sentenced to five years imprisonment.

These cases relate to the violent episodes that took place on May 9, involving arson and the siege of various locations. The LHC hearing will review the sentences imposed and consider any legal challenges presented by the appellants.

The decision to fix a date for the appeals marks an important step in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the May 9 incidents, which have significant political and social implications.