However, these inquiries and investigations yielded no results as the Bhutto family did not pursue the case in the special anti-terrorism court (ATC). However, they were later granted bail by the high court. However, three months later, the high court suspended the sentences and released the two officers from jail. The FIA has also filed appeals against the acquittal of the five accused while the convicted police officers have filed appeals against the sentences. The case is likely to land in the Supreme Court (SC) and it is not known when the case and appeals will be wrapped up.

Source: The Express Tribune December 27, 2021 20:48 UTC