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The Sun
19 hours ago
- The Sun
Police deny beating suspects in Palestinian kidnapping case
KUALA LUMPUR: A police officer rejected claims that suspects in a Palestinian man's kidnapping case were beaten and forced to confess during their arrest three years ago. ASP Mohamad Jazlan Sharif denied allegations that two suspects suffered severe injuries, including a torn tongue, while in custody. The 42-year-old officer testified under cross-examination by defence lawyer Norma Goh Kim Lian in the High Court. Eight individuals face charges related to the abduction of a 31-year-old Palestinian man in Hulu Langat. Goh asserted that the fifth and sixth accused were assaulted into confessing, which Mohamad Jazlan firmly denied. The witness confirmed that the suspects did not attempt to flee during their arrest in a chalet room. Mohamad Jazlan, the raid's lead officer, stated the arrests were made for investigative purposes following a police report. He maintained no physical assault occurred during the operation, as relayed to deputy public prosecutor Mohd Sabri Othman. The trial, presided by Judge K. Muniandy, will continue on 15 October. All eight accused are charged under the Kidnapping Act 1961, which carries 30 to 40 years' imprisonment and caning if convicted. Three defendants face additional money laundering charges involving over RM250,000 under anti-terrorism financing laws. – Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- The Sun
Palestinian kidnap case: Victim found bound with cable ties in Hulu Langat
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court heard today that a Palestinian man was found with his hands and feet bound using cable ties during a police raid in Hulu Langat nearly three years ago. ASP Mohamad Jazlan Sharif, now with the Dang Wangi District Police Headquarters, testified about the September 29, 2022 operation. He stated that two suspects fled the chalet room but were apprehended after a brief struggle. Inside the room, officers discovered the victim restrained and immediately freed him. The victim's identification confirmed he was a Palestinian national. Eight individuals are on trial for the kidnapping, including Tengku Arif Bongsu Tengku Hamid and Mohamad Naziree Mustapha. Police also raided an adjacent room, finding three more suspects and 36 cable ties in a plastic bag. The operation followed the earlier arrest of Mohamad Norakmal Hassan, linked to the same case. Six others previously pleaded guilty and received five-year jail sentences for abducting the victim. The current trial involves charges under the Kidnapping Act 1961, carrying 30 to 40 years' imprisonment if convicted. Three accused face additional money laundering charges involving over RM250,000. The trial before Judge K. Muniandy resumes on August 12. - Bernama
