Imran Khan interim bail in 3 cases extended till April 13

An anti-terrorism court in Lahore has extended the interim bail of former prime minister Imran Khan till April 13 in the cases of arson, torture on police officials and Zille Shah’s murder. The court had earlier rejected Imran Khan’s application for exemption from appearance for seeking an interim bail in the three cases. Imran’s lawyer told the court his client participated in the investigation, and answered some questions. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman appeared in court after the ATC gave him time till 11am to appear to get extension in his interim bail. Hearing Imran Khan’s pleas for exemption from appearance in seeking interim bail in the three cases, the court had earlier rejected the appeal, and announced that if Khan does not appear by 11am, a decision will be taken according to the law. Judge Abher Gul had observed that whoever comes to the court will get relief. He further noted Khan’s surety bonds have not been submitted either.