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Free Malaysia Today
a day ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Unreasonable to tell public not to comment on Yusoff's case, says law firm
Former research assistant Yusoff Rawther was acquitted of charges related to drug trafficking and the possession of two fake pistols yesterday. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The law firm representing Yusoff Rawther said today it is unreasonable to tell the public not to comment on the Kuala Lumpur High Court's decision to acquit the former research assistant of drug trafficking and weapons-related charges. The Law Practice of Rafique said the statement by the Attorney-General's Chambers on the matter was inappropriate because the public, as taxpayers, has every right to pursue justice and truth. In a statement, the law firm also reminded the AGC that the public has the right to question the integrity of institutions involved in the legal and enforcement systems. 'We urge the AGC to continue being a protector of the people in upholding the rule of law and justice, without shielding anyone,' it said. 'Freedom of speech is a fundamental right of the people, and no one should become an agent that obstructs that right.' Earlier today, the AGC urged the public to refrain from making speculative or defamatory statements following the High Court's decision to acquit Yusoff. Yusoff was acquitted of charges related to drug trafficking and the possession of two fake pistols yesterday. Justice Jamil Hussin said the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case on both charges and was unable to prove all elements of the alleged offences with credible evidence. Yusoff's defence was that the drugs and pistols had been planted to frame him. He was held in remand at the Sungai Buloh prison for nine months as bail is not allowed for those charged with drug trafficking.
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Yusoff Rawther gives cops seven days to provide update over report lodged in 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Former research assistant Muhammed Yusoff Rawther is giving the police seven days to provide an update on a police report he lodged almost a year ago. In a letter addressed to Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razaruddin Husain, his solicitor Law Practice of Rafique demanded a response to the report lodged on Sept 12, 2024. In the report, Muhammed Yusoff claimed that he was a victim of entrapment by two individuals. His lawyers wanted to know if the two individuals named in the report, both politicians, had been called for investigation or to have their statements recorded. "We await an answer from Tan Sri in seven days. Should there be no reply, we reserve our client's right to pursue further legal action," it said in the letter Friday (June 13). On Thursday (June 12), the High Court acquitted Muhammed Yusoff from two charges of drug trafficking and possession of two imitation firearms. Justice Muhammad Jamil Hussin, in his decision at the end of the prosecution's case, said the prosecution had failed to prove a prima facie against Muhammed Yusoff. He had been accused of having control, custody and possession of two imitation pistols and 305g of cannabis. Muhammed Yusoff claimed that he was a victim and had been framed. The court said the police did not carry out any investigation to verify the claim. Justice Muhammad Jamil said this failure to investigate denied the accused's right to a fair trial and therefore it was not safe to call for his defence. On Sept 12, 2024, Muhammed Yusoff was accused of trafficking 305g of cannabis, found in his vehicle near the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters at 10.15am on Sept 6, 2024. He was charged under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a sentence of life imprisonment and at least 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. Muhammed Yusoff was also charged with possessing two imitation firearms by the roadside near a condominium on Jalan Bukit Kiara at 9.25am the same day. The charge was framed under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, which provides for a maximum penalty of one year in prison, a fine of up to RM5,000, or both, upon conviction.
