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A Lahore court has granted an extension to the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of popular YouTuber Ducky Bhai, pushing it to October 23. The case involves allegations of promoting gambling apps on social media.
She will remain free from arrest until that date. The court’s decision came after her lawyers petitioned for an extension, citing the ongoing cybercrime investigation.
Background: Bail Granted Earlier
Earlier, Aroob Jatoi had secured interim pre-arrest bail in a case tied to the promotion of gambling content online. The court’s earlier orders restrained authorities from arresting her until August 30. TechJuice has been actively covering this story.
At that hearing, her legal team argued that she was ready to fully cooperate with investigators, and there was no intention to evade the inquiry. The court requested that the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) submit a progress report before the next hearing.
The Ongoing Investigation & Wider Impact
This legal case is part of a broader investigation into the alleged misuse of social media influence for illegal financial activities. Authorities accuse some influencers, including Jatoi and her husband (Saeed ur Rehman, alias Ducky Bhai), of promoting gambling apps, luring followers into fraudulent schemes.
Ducky Bhai is also under scrutiny by the NCCIA for alleged money laundering and associations with an international gambling syndicate.
The investigation has been expanded. Several other social media influencers are reported to have been summoned for questioning. Authorities believe their promotional content may have played a role in driving traffic towards illicit gambling platforms.
Future Possibilities
With Aroob Jatoi’s bail extended until October 23, she has legal protection against arrest for now. Her lawyers will likely present further arguments or compliance records before that date.
Meanwhile, the NCCIA is expected to deepen its investigation, build evidence, and possibly bring additional charges if warranted. The court will monitor progress reports and may revisit the bail decision or order new actions.
Pakistan’s digital community is closely watching this case. It raises crucial questions about the accountability of social media influencers and how online platforms may be exploited to facilitate illegal financial operations.
