The prosecutor’s lawyer said a Rawalpindi court sentenced four people to death for posting abusive content online. AFP Monday
“They were sentenced to death on Friday for spreading abusive content against the Holy Prophet (SAW) and the Quran” AFP.
“Our case is supported by forensic evidence of devices used in this disgusting function,” he added.
The blasphemy is an outrageous allegation in Pakistan, where baseless allegations can incite public anger and lead to lynching.
In Pakistan, the proceedings of “online blasphemy” cases have seen a sharp increase, with private alert groups alleging blasphemy against hundreds of youths.
A member of the auxiliary group formed by the family confirmed the sentence. AFP And said the group would challenge the punishment.
“The pattern of arrests and legal proceedings in this case is compatible with previous cases,” said the support group member, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to security concerns.
“We call on the government to set up a commission to investigate these incidents, before these young people spend the best years of their lives behind bars.”
