Human rights lawyer meets DSP as officials pledge transparency and continued support to victim’s family
Authorities in Sargodha have assured a fair, transparent, and unbiased investigation into the tragic Marcus Masih case, following a key follow-up meeting between law enforcement officials and a human rights representative.
The development comes amid growing concern within the Christian community and civil society regarding justice and accountability.
Meeting with Senior Police Officer
According to Adeel Ibrahim Khokhar, District Coordinator Faisalabad for Nawai Masihi, efforts are ongoing to ensure justice for the victim.
In this connection, Advocate Sanawar Balam, a human rights lawyer and member of the District Human Rights Committee Sargodha, met with DSP Qaiser Gujjar at his office.
During the meeting, both sides discussed:
- Progress of the ongoing investigation
- Concerns raised by the victim’s family
- Legal procedures and transparency measures
Assurance of Transparency
Speaking during the meeting, DSP Qaiser Gujjar assured that the investigation is being conducted in a professional and impartial manner.
He emphasized that:
- The case will proceed strictly according to law
- No external pressure will influence the investigation
- Full cooperation will be extended to the affected family
Officials reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice without discrimination.
Role of Human Rights Institutions
Advocate Sanawar Balam welcomed the assurances and stressed the importance of coordination between institutions.
He noted that effective collaboration between:
- Law enforcement agencies
- Human rights bodies
is essential to uphold justice, protect human dignity, and ensure accountability in sensitive cases.
Continued Monitoring of the Case
He further stated that the District Human Rights Committee Sargodha will continue to monitor the case closely and extend all possible support to ensure justice is delivered.
This reflects increasing engagement of civil society in safeguarding minority rights and promoting legal transparency in Pakistan.
Commitment to Justice
At the conclusion of the meeting, all stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to:
- Justice
- Transparency
- Protection of human rights
The case remains under close observation by community leaders and rights advocates.