Custodial Death in Lahore: Man Held in Cheque Dish...

Summary

• The spokesperson said that the initial medical report showed no evidence of torture and the cause of death was reported as cardiac arrest.
• The family said they received a phone call from police that he was being taken to hospital, but when they reached the hospital, he had already died.
• Officials said if the family’s allegations are supported by medical evidence, action will be taken against those responsible.

AI Generated Summary

LAHORE : A 40-year-old under-trial prisoner died in police custody at Defence-C Police Station Lahore, triggering conflicting claims from police and the deceased’s family.

*Police Version:*

According to the spokesperson for Investigation Police Lahore, the deceased, identified as Amjad Basheer, 40, was arrested in a cheque dishonour case. His condition suddenly deteriorated while in custody, after which he was shifted to hospital but could not survive.