Claims of Religious Persecution and Risk of Harm
Ahmed, who was born in Pakistan and later granted leave to remain in the UK, argued that widespread media coverage of his crimes in both the UK and Pakistan had exposed him to a credible risk of violence if returned.
According to his legal team, reports of his convictions had been published in Pakistani newspapers, and extremist groups had distributed leaflets with his photo, calling for punishment under Sharia law.
He further claimed that a fatwa had been issued against him, and that his family in Pakistan had already suffered retaliation, including the fatal shooting of his father by armed individuals allegedly searching for him.
The Home Office contested the validity of the reports, arguing that evidence of Pakistani media coverage and threats was inconclusive.
