Court Issues Non-Bailable Arrest Warrants for Adviser to PM Rana Sanaullah
Gujranwala: A local court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Rana Sanaullah, adviser to the Prime Minister, citing his repeated absence from case hearings. Judicial Magistrate Sidra Gul Nawaz directed the police to produce Sanaullah before the court on December 12, ARY News reported on Saturday.
The case pertains to a public meeting organized by the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) on October 16, 2020, in Gujranwala. It was registered at the Satellite Town police station and includes allegations such as the removal of containers and running a vehicle over policemen.
Key Developments in the Case
- Police Report: The police had cleared Rana Sanaullah of all charges, submitting a report of his innocence under Section 173 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
- Court’s Rejection: The court rejected the police’s findings and summoned Sanaullah to appear in person.
- Arrest Warrant: Due to his continuous absence, the court issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for the senior PML-N leader.
Co-Accused Acquitted
PML-N leaders Khurram Dastagir, Imran Khalid Butt, and Salman Khalid Butt, who were co-accused in the same case, have already been acquitted.
Background
The case dates back to a political rally by the PDM, which faced heavy resistance from law enforcement. Containers placed to block access to the venue were allegedly removed, and there were claims of a vehicle injuring policemen. A delayed challan was filed by the police, which the court has since acted upon.
The development adds to the legal challenges faced by Rana Sanaullah, a prominent figure in the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). His next court appearance on December 12 will determine the course of the case.
