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Mohammad Rizwan Demands Clarity from NCCIA on Shifting Probe Explanations
- •Mohammad Rizwan has again sought clarification from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) regarding inconsistencies in their explanations for his investigation.
- •Rizwan confirmed he would appear before the NCCIA on October 2 but noted the agency's latest letter changed the reason for the inquiry.
- •The initial notice cited betting and gambling in Pakistan cricket, while the new letter mentioned investigation under "relevant provisions of PECA 2016" without specifying the violation.
- •Rizwan's legal team stated his association with a potential betting inquiry has tarnished his name and integrity without due process, questioning if the scope of the inquiry had changed.
- •Rizwan also requested the return of his mobile phone, confiscated in London, questioning the due process as he received no seizure inventory or custody record.
Key Questions Answered
Mohammad Rizwan pointed out that while the initial notice from the NCCIA stated the inquiry concerned betting and gambling, their subsequent letter made no mention of it and instead cited unspecified provisions under the Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016. His legal team argued that shifting the explanation without giving him specific charges has tarnished his reputation and integrity without a fair opportunity to defend himself.
Mohammad Rizwan has repeatedly sought the return of his mobile phone, which was seized in London following Pakistan's defeat in the second Test at Lord's. He questioned the due process of the confiscation, noting that he never received any seizure inventory or custody record despite the ongoing retention of his device.
Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq were investigated by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) and recalled from Pakistan's tour of England following the team's defeat in the second Test. The investigation initially focused on alleged online betting, gambling links, and information leaks from the Pakistan dressing room.
