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New Straits Times
20-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Court delays sentencing in double murder case due to missing exhibits
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court today postponed the sentencing of an unemployed man who pleaded guilty to the double murder of his elderly parents in Kampung Sungai Penchala, after several key exhibits were not produced in court. Judge K. Muniandy had been scheduled to deliver the sentence against Afendi Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali, 44, but proceedings were adjourned after the prosecution failed to present crucial items, including the knives and clothing used in the killings. Deputy public prosecutor Izalina Abdullah informed the court that the exhibits had not been brought to court, as the investigating officer was currently out of state on duty and had not handed them over to her. The judge expressed dissatisfaction, saying that the officer should have ensured the items were available for the hearing, and questioned his absence. Muniandy said the exhibits must be shown to Afendi in court. The judge then set Friday for the exhibits to be presented to Afendi before sentencing. Afendi was represented by lawyer Mohd Ruzaini Zulkifli. He is currently serving a five-year prison sentence for a separate drug-related offence. Earlier in the proceedings, the court interpreter read out the two murder charges to Afendi, who appeared in the dock in an orange prison uniform and handcuffed. Calm and composed, he said he understood the charges and their implications. The charges state that Afendi murdered his father, Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali Omar, 82, and his mother, Darlisma Njatu Saleh, 72. The offences were committed at around 7.10pm and 7.20pm respectively, at their residence in Kampung Sungai Penchala, Jalan Penchala Hilir, within the Brickfields district on Dec 9, 2023. The charges fall under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which provides for the death penalty, or imprisonment for a term not less than 30 years and not more than 40 years, along with a minimum of 12 strokes of the rotan. Afendi was arrested later that evening at the Penchala Tunnel on the Sprint Highway, at 10.30pm. Police were responding to reports of a disturbance and discovered the bodies of the couple at the scene. The accused has a criminal history involving nine previous drug-related offences and was reportedly out on bail at the time of the incident. A forensic psychiatric report from Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta in Perak, dated Feb 7, confirmed that Afendi was of sound mind at the time of the killings. Forensic specialist Dr Allan Sia Ting Chan said that Afendi did not suffer from any mental illness. He was aware of the nature and consequences of his actions and understood that what he did was wrong and against the law. Dr Sia said that Afendi, the third of the couple's children and living with them prior to his arrest, showed no signs of hallucinations, delusions, mania, depression, or drug intoxication. His cognitive functions were also deemed normal.
New Straits Times
30-04-2025
- New Straits Times
Jobless man who admitted to murdering parents does not have mental disorder, court told
KUALA LUMPUR: A 44-year-old unemployed man, who admitted to murdering his elderly parents two years ago, has been deemed mentally fit to stand trial, according to a forensic psychiatric report. Afendi Muhamad Agus @ Muhamed Ali was found to be of sound mind at the time of the incident, Hospital Bahanga Ulu Kinta's psychiatric specialist (forensic) Dr Allan Sia Ting Chan concluded in a Feb 7 report submitted to the High Court today. Afendi, the couple's third child, had been living with them before his arrest. Afendi was referred to the hospital in November last year under Section 342(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code to undergo checks and observation. The report stated Afendi showed no signs of mental disorder, hallucinations, delusions, or intoxication when his parents were fatally stabbed at their Sungai Penchala home in December 2023. "He was aware of the nature and consequences of his action and knew his actions were wrong and he had flouted the laws," the report read. "Afendi's mental state is stable and he is eligible to be hauled to court to be tried and he is able to defend himself." Sia said Afendi cooperated when he was interviewed and he could answer questions relevantly and there were not abnormal behaviour. "He had never behaved aggressively and did not show suicidal tendencies. He cooperated well with the staff at the ward and could interact normally with other inmates. "He was able to carry out daily routines and took care of himself independently without requiring assistance. "Cognitive checks on his memory, focus, judgment and problem solving were normal," he said. The report was read out to Muniandy by deputy public prosecutor Izalina Abdullah. Afendi's lawyer, Mohd Ruzaini Zulkifli, confirmed that he had received a copy of the report. Izalina said the facts of the case were ready but the case exhibits were not brought to court today. Muniandy set May 20 for facts of the case and sentencing. Afendi is currently serving a five-year jail term for a drug offence. In November last year, Muniandy ordered a mental evaluation on Afendi to confirm his mental state before the court could accept his guilty plea. Muniandy had summoned Brickfields district police headquarters Criminal Investigation Department senior investigating officer Assistant Superintendent Mohd Hasni Hussin who confirmed Afendi was of sound mind during the probe. Ruzaini said Afendi appeared to be normal whenever they communicated and understood his questions and had answered them. Afendi was accused of murdering Afendi was accused of murdering his father, Muhammad Agus@Muhamed Ali Omar, 82, and his mother Darlisma Njatu Saleh, 72. The offence was committed between 7.10pm and 7.20pm at their home in Kampung Sungai Penchala, Jalan Penchala Hilir, in Brickfields district on Dec 9, 2023. Afendi faces the death penalty or a jail term of up to 40 years and no fewer than 12 strokes of the rotan upon conviction. He was arrested at the Sprint Highway Penchala Tunnel at 10.30pm on the day of the killings. Police had received reports of a fight and found the couple dead in their house. He had a history of nine drug cases and was reportedly out on bail at the time of the incident. Keywords: Death Penalty Jail 40 Years Afendi Muhamad Agus Muhamed Ali Hospital Bahanga Ulu Kinta Psychiatric Specialist (forensic) Dr Allan Sia Ting Chan Mohd Hasni Hussin Related Articles
Malaysian Reserve
30-04-2025
- Malaysian Reserve
Hospital report found man who murdered parents to be sane during incident
KUALA LUMPUR — The High Court here was told today that an unemployed man who pleaded guilty to murdering his parents in Kampung Sungai Penchala, was sane when he committed the offence. Deputy Public Prosecutor Izalina Abdullah told Judge that based on a psychiatric medical report of Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Ipoh dated Feb 7, 2025, she was of the opinion that Afendi Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali Omar, 44, did not suffer from any mental disorder and that at the time of the incident on Dec 9, 2023, the man's mental state was sane. 'The accused was aware of the nature and consequences of his actions and was able to know that the actions were wrong and against the law. 'The accused's mental state was stable on the date this report was written. 'The accused is fit to be brought to court for trial and is capable of defending himself,' said Izalina at the case mention proceedings. Meanwhile, lawyer Mohd Ruzaini Zulkifli, who represented Afendi, confirmed the medical report and informed the court that his client's guilty plea was upheld. Izalina then applied for another date for the facts and sentence since the case materials were not brought to today's proceedings. Judge Muniandy set May 20 for the facts and sentence. On Nov 27, 2024, Judge Muniandy ordered Afendi to undergo a mental examination at Hospital Bahagia in Ulu Kinta, Ipoh to ensure that the guilty plea made on Sept 6, 2024 was sane and voluntary. Afendi is charged with murdering Muhammad Agus@Muhamed Ali Omar, 82, and Darlisma Njatu Saleh, 72, at a house in Kampung Sungai Penchala, here, at 7.10 pm and 7.20 pm, Dec 9, 2023. The charges were brought under Section 302 of the Penal Code which provides for the death penalty or imprisonment for not less than 30 years and not more than 40 years and not less than 12 strokes of the cane, if convicted. Previously, the media reported that the bodies of an elderly couple were found in the living room of their residence with several stab wounds on their bodies after a fight between the man and his parents. — BERNAMA
Malay Mail
30-04-2025
- Malay Mail
High Court hears accused was mentally sound when killing parents in Sungai Penchala
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — The High Court here was told today that an unemployed man who pleaded guilty to murdering his parents in Kampung Sungai Penchala, was sane when he committed the offence. Deputy Public Prosecutor Izalina Abdullah told Judge K Muniandy that based on a psychiatric medical report of Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Ipoh dated February 7, 2025, she was of the opinion that Afendi Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali Omar, 44, did not suffer from any mental disorder and that at the time of the incident on December 9, 2023, the man's mental state was sane. 'The accused was aware of the nature and consequences of his actions and was able to know that the actions were wrong and against the law. 'The accused's mental state was stable on the date this report was written. 'The accused is fit to be brought to court for trial and is capable of defending himself,' said Izalina at the case mention proceedings. Meanwhile, lawyer Mohd Ruzaini Zulkifli, who represented Afendi, confirmed the medical report and informed the court that his client's guilty plea was upheld. Izalina then applied for another date for the facts and sentence since the case materials were not brought to today's proceedings. Judge Muniandy set May 20 for the facts and sentence. On November 27, 2024, Judge Muniandy ordered Afendi to undergo a mental examination at Hospital Bahagia in Ulu Kinta, Ipoh to ensure that the guilty plea made on September 6, 2024 was sane and voluntary. Afendi is charged with murdering Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali Omar, 82, and Darlisma Njatu Saleh, 72, at a house in Kampung Sungai Penchala, here, at 7.10pm and 7.20pm, December 9, 2023. The charges were brought under Section 302 of the Penal Code which provides for the death penalty or imprisonment for not less than 30 years and not more than 40 years and not less than 12 strokes of the cane, if convicted. Previously, the media reported that the bodies of an elderly couple were found in the living room of their residence with several stab wounds on their bodies after a fight between the man and his parents. — Bernama
The Sun
30-04-2025
- The Sun
Hospital report found man who murdered parents to be sane during incident
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here was told today that an unemployed man who pleaded guilty to murdering his parents in Kampung Sungai Penchala, was sane when he committed the offence. Deputy Public Prosecutor Izalina Abdullah told Judge that based on a psychiatric medical report of Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Ipoh dated Feb 7, 2025, she was of the opinion that Afendi Muhammad Agus @ Muhamed Ali Omar, 44, did not suffer from any mental disorder and that at the time of the incident on Dec 9, 2023, the man's mental state was sane. 'The accused was aware of the nature and consequences of his actions and was able to know that the actions were wrong and against the law. 'The accused's mental state was stable on the date this report was written. 'The accused is fit to be brought to court for trial and is capable of defending himself,' said Izalina at the case mention proceedings. Meanwhile, lawyer Mohd Ruzaini Zulkifli, who represented Afendi, confirmed the medical report and informed the court that his client's guilty plea was upheld. Izalina then applied for another date for the facts and sentence since the case materials were not brought to today's proceedings. Judge Muniandy set May 20 for the facts and sentence. On Nov 27, 2024, Judge Muniandy ordered Afendi to undergo a mental examination at Hospital Bahagia in Ulu Kinta, Ipoh to ensure that the guilty plea made on Sept 6, 2024 was sane and voluntary. Afendi is charged with murdering Muhammad Agus@Muhamed Ali Omar, 82, and Darlisma Njatu Saleh, 72, at a house in Kampung Sungai Penchala, here, at 7.10 pm and 7.20 pm, Dec 9, 2023. The charges were brought under Section 302 of the Penal Code which provides for the death penalty or imprisonment for not less than 30 years and not more than 40 years and not less than 12 strokes of the cane, if convicted. Previously, the media reported that the bodies of an elderly couple were found in the living room of their residence with several stab wounds on their bodies after a fight between the man and his parents.
