In the Sahiwal tragedy case, great disappointment is being expressed over the acquittal of all the accused and former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi also expressed his reaction to this decision.
Shahid Afridi took to micro-blogging website Twitter and wrote a hadith of the Holy Prophet with the hashtag Sahiwal: ‘People before you were destroyed because they used to punish the poor and pardon the rich. . By God, my life is in his hands! If Fatimah (daughter of the Holy Prophet) did this (stolen), I will cut off her hand.’
Shahid Afridi wrote Sahiwal in the hashtag after writing the Hadith of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), indicating that he tweeted this on the decision of the Sahiwal tragedy case.
It should be noted that the Special Anti-Terrorism Court in Lahore had acquitted all the accused by giving the benefit of doubt while pronouncing the verdict in the Sahiwal tragedy case.
The court recorded the statements of 49 witnesses, including the brother of the deceased Zeeshan and Khalil’s children, but all the witnesses refused to identify the accused in front of the court.
After completing the cross-examination after 9 months on the statements of the lawyers and government witnesses in the case, the court acquitted all the 6 accused giving the benefit of doubt.
Background of Sahiwal Tragedy:
It may be recalled that on the afternoon of January 19, CTD fired indiscriminately at a vehicle on GT Road near Sahiwal, as a result of which Khalil, his wife, daughter and local resident Zeeshan were killed by bullets. Three children were also injured.
The CTD gave conflicting statements after the incident, first describing the incident as the rescue of children, and later declaring one of those killed as a terrorist after the video surfaced.
However, after the matter came to the media, the Prime Minister took notice of the incident and the CTD officials were detained and a JIT was formed for investigation.
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**Interview with Former Cricketer Shahid Afridi on the Sahiwal Tragedy Acquittal**
**Host:** Good evening, everyone. Today, we have the distinguished former cricketer Shahid Afridi with us to discuss a very sensitive and pressing issue: the recent acquittal of all accused in the Sahiwal tragedy case. Afridi, thank you for joining us.
**Shahid Afridi:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** The acquittal has left many, including yourself, deeply disappointed. Can you share your initial thoughts when you heard the news?
**Shahid Afridi:** Absolutely. When I heard the verdict, I felt a wave of frustration and sadness. It’s disappointing to see justice not being served, especially in a case that has affected so many lives. The families of the victims deserve accountability and closure.
**Host:** You referenced a hadith of the Holy Prophet in your tweet. What led you to choose that particular saying?
**Shahid Afridi:** The hadith speaks volumes about fairness and justice, emphasizing that no one should be above the law, regardless of their status. In the past, societies have faced dire consequences when they turn a blind eye to injustice. I felt it was important to remind people of these values, especially in light of the recent events.
**Host:** The hashtag #Sahiwal has been trending since the verdict. How do you think social media is influencing public perception and discussions around this case?
**Shahid Afridi:** Social media is a powerful tool. It has opened up avenues for us to voice our concerns and demand accountability. The outpouring of sentiments online indicates that people are not just accepting the verdict; they are calling for change. It is crucial that we continue to use these platforms to shed light on such injustices.
**Host:** What message would you like to convey to the authorities regarding this case?
**Shahid Afridi:** I urge the authorities to revisit this case with a fresh perspective and to take swift action. Justice must prevail, not just for the victims of the Sahiwal tragedy but for all those who seek justice in our society. We need a legal system that prioritizes truth and transparency.
**Host:** Thank you, Shahid, for sharing your thoughts on such an important issue. Your passion for justice is evident, and we hope to see positive changes in the future.
**Shahid Afridi:** Thank you for having me. Let’s keep the conversation going.
**Host:** Indeed. Thank you all for tuning in. Let’s continue to advocate for justice. Good night!
