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Malay Mail
31-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Azalina: NFA classification doesn't mean game over for Faisal Halim acid attack case
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The investigation into the acid attack on national footballer Mohamad Faisal Abdul Halim could be reopened should new evidence emerge, according to Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said In a written parliamentary reply, the minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) said the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) has confirmed this despite classifying the case as needing 'no further action' (NFA). She explained that while police had opened an investigation paper into the incident, the AGC found insufficient evidence at present to proceed with prosecution after reviewing all submissions. 'Criminal cases, unlike civil cases, are not subject to any limitation period. Therefore, should new developments arise in the future, further investigation and review of this case may still be carried out,' Azalina's reply stated. On May 5 last year, the 27-year-old Faisal was the victim of an acid attack by an unidentified individual at a shopping mall in Petaling Jaya. He suffered fourth-degree burns on several parts of his body and was placed in the intensive care unit (ICU) for 10 days. Responding to the NFA decision, Faisal expressed disappointment but said he was leaving the matter entirely in the hands of the authorities to decide whether to pursue the case further.
New Straits Times
30-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Doors remain open for Faisal Halim case if new leads emerge, says Azalina
KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation into the acid attack on national footballer Mohamad Faisal Abdul Halim could be reopened if new developments arise in future. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) had found no evidence at present to warrant further action. "Based on the A-GC's feedback, an investigation paper was opened by the police regarding the acid attack in Kota Damansara. "The A-GC has reviewed the case based on the information and documents provided, but found that there is currently insufficient evidence to support any further legal action. "However, unlike civil cases, criminal cases are not bound by a statute of limitations. Therefore, should new evidence come to light, the case may still be reopened for further investigation and review," she said in a written parliamentary reply. She was responding to a question from Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden (PN–Alor Star), who sought clarification on the A-GC's decision to classify the investigation as "No Further Action" (NFA). On May 5 last year, Faisal, the top scorer at the 2023 Asian Cup, reportedly sustained fourth-degree burns after an unidentified individual splashed acid on him. As a result, the footballer, affectionately known as "Mickey", underwent multiple surgeries. Faisal's legal team from Messrs. Mohd Ashraf, Nik Zarith & Co had previously announced plans to appeal to the A-G for the case to be reviewed and reopened following the police's decision to close the investigation.
The Sun
08-05-2025
- The Sun
NFA status does not mean investigation closed on Faisal acid case
KUALA LUMPUR: Police will continue investigating the acid attack case against national footballer Mohamad Faisal Abdul Halim, even though the case has now been classified as 'No Further Action' (NFA). Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said that the NFA status refers to the arrest of three individuals, as well as other leads - including closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage and a facial sketch distributed by police - which have been found to be unrelated to the case. 'This is the standard operating procedure (SOP) in any investigation. If an arrest does not contribute to or assist the investigation, the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) will classify the case as NFA until new developments or information arise,' he said when contacted. Elaborating, he said that the three individuals previously detained have been released after investigations found that the actual suspect used a false vehicle registration number while the forensic analysis of the suspects' phone did not reveal any evidence of their involvement in the incident. He added that CCTV footage and facial sketches obtained so far could not identify the real perpetrator. Mohd Shuhaily said any new developments in the case would be communicated to the lawyers representing Faisal from time to time. He said the investigation was still ongoing and the investigation paper would be referred back to the prosecution if new evidence or new leads emerge and advised the public not to make any speculation that could disrupt the investigation. Bernama today reported that the lawyers representing Faisal had requested the Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) to re-open the investigation paper on the acid attack case involving the Selangor FC winger. Lawyer Nik Zarith Nik Moustpha said they had submitted a letter to the AGC regarding the matter on April 15 but have yet to receive any response. Nik Zarith said they received a letter from the AGC on Feb 18, which stated that the case had been classified as NFA. On May 5 last year, the 27-year-old Faisal fell victim to an acid attack by an unidentified individual at a shopping mall in Petaling Jaya, suffering fourth-degree burns on several parts of his body and was subsequently placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 10 days.
The Star
08-05-2025
- The Star
Bukit Aman: NFA status does not mean investigation closed on Faisal acid attack cas
KUALA LUMPUR: Police will continue investigating the acid attack case against national footballer Mohamad Faisal Abdul Halim, even though the case has now been classified as "No Further Action" (NFA). Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said that the NFA status refers to the arrest of three individuals, as well as other leads - including closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage and a facial sketch distributed by police - which have been found to be unrelated to the case. "This is the standard operating procedure (SOP) in any investigation. If an arrest does not contribute to or assist the investigation, the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) will classify the case as NFA until new developments or information arise," he said when contacted. Elaborating, he said that the three individuals previously detained have been released after investigations found that the actual suspect used a false vehicle registration number while the forensic analysis of the suspects' phone did not reveal any evidence of their involvement in the incident. He added that CCTV footage and facial sketches obtained so far could not identify the real perpetrator. Mohd Shuhaily said any new developments in the case would be communicated to the lawyers representing Faisal from time to time. He said the investigation was still ongoing and the investigation paper would be referred back to the prosecution if new evidence or new leads emerge and advised the public not to make any speculation that could disrupt the investigation. Bernama on Thursday (May 8) reported that the lawyers representing Faisal had requested the Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) to re-open the investigation paper on the acid attack case involving the Selangor FC winger. Lawyer Nik Zarith Nik Moustpha said they had submitted a letter to the AGC regarding the matter on April 15 but have yet to receive any response. Nik Zarith said they received a letter from the AGC on Feb 18, which stated that the case had been classified as NFA. On May 5 last year, the 27-year-old Faisal fell victim to an acid attack by an unidentified individual at a shopping mall in Petaling Jaya, suffering fourth-degree burns on several parts of his body and was subsequently placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 10 days. - Bernama
