Former intelligence chief Faiz Hameed has been taken into military custody, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a press release issued on Monday.
“In addition, multiple instances of violation of Pakistan Army Act post retirement have also been established. The process of Field General Court Martial has been initiated and Lt Gen Faiz Hameed (Retd) has been taken into military custody,” the press said said.
The Inter Services Public Relations said in a press release issued: “Complying with the orders of Supreme Court of Pakistan, a detailed court of inquiry, was undertaken by Pakistan Army, to ascertain correctness of complaints in Top City Case made against Lt Gen Faiz Hameed (Retd). Consequently, appropriate disciplinary action has been initiated against Lt Gen Faiz Hameed (Retd), under provisions of Pakistan Army Act.”
Read more: Sanam Javed to be arrested in May 9 case, warrants issued
The management of Top City, a private housing scheme, had levelled grave allegations against the former ISI chief, claiming that he had orchestrated a raid on the offices and residence of its owner.
In April, the military had reportedly formed an inquiry committee to investigate allegations of misuse of authority against the former spymaster.
It is pertinent to mention that there are allegations suggesting former Prime Minister Imran Khan intended to appoint Faiz Hameed as the army chief. However, Khan vehemently denies these claims, asserting that he never sought to install his own Chief of Army Staff (COAS).
