Quetta: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has sentenced Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leader Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah to life imprisonment in connection with the killing of a security official in Gwadar.

According to reports, the court announced the verdict after proceedings conducted under anti-terrorism laws. The case pertained to the murder of a security personnel member in Gwadar, a coastal city in Balochistan.

Online Trial Conducted from Quetta District Jail

Judicial proceedings were conducted through an online trial, with both Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah participating from District Jail Quetta.

The Anti-Terrorism Court, after reviewing the case record and evidence presented during the proceedings, handed down life sentences to both accused individuals.

Case Related to Security Personnel’s Killing

The conviction relates to a case involving the killing of a security official in Gwadar. Authorities had registered the case under relevant anti-terrorism and criminal provisions, leading to the prosecution of the accused.

Details regarding the court’s written judgment, evidence cited in support of the conviction, and any additional penalties have not yet been made public.

Possibility of Appeal

Under Pakistan’s legal system, individuals convicted by an Anti-Terrorism Court have the right to challenge the verdict before higher courts.

Legal observers expect that the defense may pursue appellate remedies after obtaining the detailed judgment.

Further information regarding the case and any subsequent legal proceedings is expected to emerge once the complete court order becomes available.