Khadija Stabbing Case: SC overturns LHC ruling, orders imprisonment of Shah Hussain

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Wednesday overturned Lahore High Court's acquittal of Shah Hussain and ordered his imprisonment in Khadija Siddiqui stabbing case.

A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Asif Saeed Khosa earlier today overturned LHC’s decision, after which the suspect was taken into custody from court premises.

Speaking to the media, Khadija said that truth will always prevail and that SC's verdict was a victory for every women.

“The Supreme Court’s judgment has proven that even if you misuse your powers, you cannot escape the truth forever. Today’s decision is a victory for every woman,” she was quoted as saying by Geo.

She also thanked the media for playing its role responsibly and for highlighting the issue which ultimately led to prevalence of justice.

Social Media is also lauding Khadija, SC and newly-appointed Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Asif Saeed Khosa

People are lauding Khadija's courage and commitment despite the fact that she had to face so many hurdles

https://twitter.com/aysharalam/status/1088024571419283456

'Justice prevails'

https://twitter.com/taimur_malik/status/1088027101062672385

'More power to you'

https://twitter.com/FaisalViewss/status/1088013909573943296

'Salute to the determination of Khadija'

https://twitter.com/PAK_MJS/status/1088084809002426368

'This is why we need the MeToo movement. Congratulations, Khadija'

https://twitter.com/PakistaniMeToo/status/1088083699370020865

'Asif Saeed Khosa opened his account' and did so pretty well

https://twitter.com/mehmoodfarrukh1/status/1088082127135096833

'Credit goes to Khadija, not the justice system'

https://twitter.com/sadafnawaid/status/1088075302973173761

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