‘Flawed investigation’ in Gul Plaza fire case draws fresh criticism
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize KARACHI: Prosecutors have once again raised serious questions over the police investigation into the Gul Plaza fire tragedy case, ARY News reported on Friday, quoting sources.
- According to sources, the charge sheet in the case was returned due to an incomplete and flawed investigation.
- The investigation also reportedly failed to examine allegations that multiple shops were constructed at Gul Plaza where only one was permitted.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize KARACHI: Prosecutors have once again raised serious questions over the police investigation into the Gul Plaza fire tragedy case, ARY News reported on Friday, quoting sources.
According to sources, the charge sheet in the case was returned due to an incomplete and flawed investigation. It is reported that earlier objections raised regarding errors in the document were not properly addressed.
Sources further said that a key judicial commission report did not accompany the charge sheet, while no proper investigation was conducted into whether emergency exits of the building were blocked or who was responsible for obstructing access routes.