Criminal court initiates contempt probe against presidential commission chair
Husnu Suood alleged gangs nominate judges and “fix” trials by intimidating secret witnesses.
22 Jan 2019, 9:00 AM
The criminal court has initiated a contempt of court probe against the chair of a presidential commission tasked with investigating unsolved murders and enforced disappearances.
Husnu Suood is facing the contempt of court charge over explosive allegations made at a press briefing by the inquiry commission about gangs nominating judges, providing private security, and colluding with judges and staff to “fix” the outcome of trials.
Citing contempt of court regulations enacted by the Supreme Court – which covers speech and actions outside of courtrooms – the criminal court announced Monday night a decision by its council of judges to initiate proceedings.
A five-judge panel was formed to conduct hearings.
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