Haleem Adil Sheikh handed over to police on three-day physical remand

In a recent development, an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Karachi has granted a three-day physical remand for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Haleem Adil Sheikh, as reported by ZRM News.

Haleem Adil Sheikh, a prominent PTI leader, was brought before the Karachi ATC in connection with a terror case registered at Mubina Police Station. During the proceedings, the court denied his bail request and instead authorized a three-day physical remand in police custody.

It’s worth noting that Haleem Adil Sheikh had faced re-arrest outside the Karachi ATC on August 31, mere hours after an earlier release order had been issued by another ATC. In that instance, the police had sought his physical remand, which was turned down by the ATC, leading to his release.

However, shortly after his release, Sheikh was promptly taken into custody by the Sindh police in connection with a different case related to the May 9 violence. This followed his initial arrest on August 30 when he arrived at the Sindh High Court to seek bail in a vandalism case.

The police’s pursuit of Haleem Adil Sheikh is tied to his alleged involvement in the May 9 violence incident. Despite these legal challenges, Sheikh remains steadfast in his affiliation with the PTI, distinguishing him as one of the few party leaders who have remained loyal.

Haleem Adil Sheikh has had a significant political career primarily within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. Here’s a summary of his political journey:

1. PTI Affiliation: Haleem Adil Sheikh is a prominent member of the PTI, one of Pakistan’s major political parties. He has been associated with the PTI for an extended period.
2. Sindh Assembly: Sheikh served as the Opposition Leader in the Sindh Assembly. In this role, he represented the PTI’s interests and played a vital role in holding the provincial government accountable.
3. Arrest and Legal Issues: Sheikh faced legal challenges and arrests in connection with various cases, including allegations related to vandalism and violence. His legal battles have been a prominent aspect of his political career.
4. Loyalty to PTI: Despite legal issues and challenges, Haleem Adil Sheikh remained loyal to the PTI, distinguishing himself as a steadfast party member.
5. May 9 Violence Case: He became a subject of interest in the May 9 violence case, with legal proceedings and arrest warrants related to this incident.
6. Sindh High Court: Sheikh approached the Sindh High Court to challenge non-bailable arrest warrants issued by an anti-terrorism court in Hyderabad in connection with the May 9 mayhem case.
7. Political Role: Throughout his political career, Haleem Adil Sheikh has been actively involved in PTI’s political activities and has represented the party’s positions in the Sindh region.

Additionally, it’s noteworthy that he had previously approached the Sindh High Court to challenge non-bailable arrest warrants issued by an anti-terrorism court in Hyderabad regarding the May 9 mayhem case.