Nawaz Sharif Stalking Case: Gulfam Hussain Charged
Gulfam Hussain's charges and bail conditions reflect the seriousness with which the authorities are treating the case, and the need to balance free speech with public safety and security. The case also highlights the complexities of online harassment and the challenges of regulating social media platforms, particularly in cases involving public figures and political activists.
Gulfam Hussain, a PTI supporter and TikToker, has been charged with stalking and causing fear to former PM Nawaz Sharif and his grandson Zakaria Hussain, pleading not guilty and released on bail with strict conditions.
The charges against Gulfam Hussain were brought by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for issuing threats of violence, stalking, and harassment over an eight-month period. He was arrested after breaching police conditions by approaching the Sharif family's London flats, where he was found with tiny stones in his pockets, despite being previously ordered not to carry stones or throw them at the Sharif family properties.
PTI UK has distanced itself from Gulfam's actions, stating they have nothing to do with him, as he had previously been part of the PML-N before joining PTI last year. Meanwhile, Nawaz Sharif has extended his stay in London due to health concerns, and is also engaging in political consultations with his party, PML-N, with a convention being planned in his honor.
The case against Gulfam Hussain is a significant development, given his history of making threats against the Sharif family on TikTok, including a threat to blow up the Park Lane flats. His actions have raised concerns about the safety and security of the Sharif family, particularly given his ability to breach police conditions and approach their London residence.
The outcome of the case against Gulfam Hussain will be closely watched, as it has implications for the safety and security of public figures, as well as the limits of free speech and online harassment. Nawaz Sharif's extended stay in London and ongoing political activities will also be subject to scrutiny, as he navigates his health concerns and ongoing political challenges.