The court on Wednesday released CIA contractor in Pakistan Raymond Davis, involved in murder of two Pakistanis in January, after payment of blood money (Diyat) in accordance with Sharia law of Pakistan.

Lawyer Asad Manzoor Butt claimed that the relatives of deceased were forced to sign “blood money” documents to pave path for Davis’ release in Kot Lakhpat Jail.

Punjab law Minister Rana Sanaullah also confirmed that Davis was released by Additional Sessions judge. He said that relatives of Faizan and Fahim, have forgiven the accused.