PHC summons report over arms seizure from weapons factory

PESHAWAR: Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday summoned report from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Home Department and the investigation officer over a petition against confiscation of arms and ammunitions from an arms factory.

A bench comprises of Chief Justice S.M. Ateeq Shah heard the petition.

“Tell the court what you have did in the case till now,” the bench asked the investigation officer.

“I was handed over the case two months ago and I have required more time for investigation,” I/O replied to the court.

“The court is not pleased over your performance, you even didn’t verify the license in two months,” Chief Justice Ateeq Shah remarked.

“Investigate the case and submit your report today,” court told investigation officer.

The high court adjourned further hearing of the case until October 19.