In a sarcastic tone, a judge remarked that at this rate, anyone—including himself—could be named in the May 9 cases. The court subsequently adjourned the hearing for an indefinite period.

In a related case, the Punjab government sought time to present evidence in its appeal against the acquittal of Sheikh Rashid in the GHQ attack case. Justice Hashim Kakar expressed strong displeasure, warning that such delays would not be tolerated.