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Free Malaysia Today
9 hours ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Ismanira admits she didn't search area where son's body was found
Ismanira Abdul Manaf is charged with neglecting her son, Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, in a manner likely to cause him physical harm. PETALING JAYA : The mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin told the sessions court today she and her husband had searched every block and floor of Apartment Idaman in Damansara Damai for their missing son. Ismanira Abdul Manaf, 30, admitted, however, that she did not check the garden area where the six-year-old autistic boy was later found dead in a stream. The garden is located just metres from Block R of the apartment block where the family resided. During cross-examination by deputy public prosecutor Raja Zaizul Faridah Raja Zaharudin, Ismanira said she first searched for her son on all four floors of Blocks R, E, and S after Zayn went missing at about noon on Dec 5, 2023. She said her husband, Zaim Ikhwan Zahari, 30, later joined in and searched all 19 blocks of the apartment complex. The couple also went to several nearby premises, including Zayn's school, a petrol station, a fast-food restaurant, and Ismanira's workplace. Raja Zaizul challenged Ismanira on why she failed to search the area closest to their home. Raja Zaizul: Would you agree that all these places are farther from Block R compared with the garden? Ismanira: Agree. Raja Zaizul: So do you agree that you searched places far from home but not the area right beside Block R? Ismanira: By area, you mean the garden? Raja Zaizul: Yes. Ismanira: Agree. Ismanira and Zaim were charged last year with neglecting Zayn in a manner likely to cause him physical harm. The offence allegedly occurred at PJU Damansara Damai between noon on Dec 5, 2023, when the boy was said to have gone missing, and 9.55pm the following day, when his body was discovered in a stream near his home at Apartment Idaman. Zaim has since been acquitted, while Ismanira was ordered to enter her defence. Lawyers Haresh Mahadevan, Ramzani Idris and Lavanesh Haresh represented the accused. Raja Zaizul, Aqharie Durranie Aziz and Nur Sabrina Zubairi appeared for the prosecution. The trial before judge Syahliza Warnoh continues.
Free Malaysia Today
9 hours ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Man arrested over Puchong abduction
Screenshots from the viral video showing a man being forced into a lorry by three people. PETALING JAYA : A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the abduction of another man along Persiaran Puchong Permai in an incident that was caught on video and widely shared on social media. Subang Jaya police chief Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said the suspect was picked up by officers at the roadside on Jalan SS19 at about 10pm yesterday based on tip-offs received. 'An investigation revealed that the suspect has a record for two criminal offences,' Harian Metro quoted him as saying in a statement today, adding that he also has gang-related tattoos. 'He has been remanded for four days starting today.' Wan Azlan said the abduction is believed to be linked to unresolved debt, and that police are tracking down three other suspects. The case is being investigated under Section 365 of the Penal Code for kidnapping. The 15-second video, believed to have been recorded by a passerby, shows a man being dragged and forced into a lorry by three individuals before speeding off.
Malay Mail
14 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Zayn Rayyan's mum: I searched apartment blocks, not nearby garden where his body was found
PETALING JAYA, July 23 — The mother of the late Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin admitted in the Sessions Court here today that she did not search the garden area near her apartment in Block R, Idaman Apartment, Damansara Damai, when her son with autism, went missing on Dec 5, 2023 Instead, Ismanira Abdul Manaf, 30, said she searched around the apartment complex and nearby premises. 'I searched every floor in Block R, then continued to Block S and Block A. All the apartment blocks have four levels. I searched alone at first while staying in contact with my husband (Zaim Ikhwan Zahari), who was then on his way home from work. 'He told me he was almost at Idaman Apartment and asked me to wait in front of Block E. When he arrived, we continued the search together,' she said during cross-examination by deputy public prosecutor Raja Zaizul Faridah Raja Zaharudin on the third day of her defence trial. Ismanira said she and her husband also looked for Zayn Rayyan at several places within a 500-metre radius from their home, including a petrol station, fast food outlets, her workplace, his school, Indah Apartment, Harmoni Apartment and Prima Damansara. Ismanira agreed with the prosecution's suggestion that all the locations she searched were farther away than the garden next to Block R. The first defence witness, however, disagreed with the prosecution's suggestion that she had encountered several people while searching the apartment blocks. 'Perhaps a few, but not many. It was during working hours, so the area was quiet except for the shop section. I only met people when I stopped at Block A, where there were stalls. My husband and I left our contact numbers at each shop we visited,' she said. When questioned by defence counsel Haresh Mahadevan about her decision to search areas 500 metres away instead of the nearby garden, Ismanira said, 'I know my son. He is on the autism spectrum, and he only goes to places he is familiar with. 'I never brought Zayn to the garden or to the location where his body was found. Unless something unusual had happened or someone took him there, he wouldn't have gone there on his own,' she said. On Monday, Judge Dr Syahliza Warnoh ruled that the prosecution had established a prima facie case and ordered Ismanira to enter her defence. Her husband, Zaim Ikhwan, 30, was discharged and acquitted of the same charge. The couple had been accused of neglecting Zayn Rayyan in a manner likely to cause him physical harm between noon on Dec 5 and 9.55 pm on Dec 6, 2023, in the vicinity of Block R of Idaman Apartment and the nearby river. They were charged under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code. If convicted, the offence carries a maximum sentence of 20 years' imprisonment, a fine of up to RM50,000, or both. The trial continues this afternoon. — Bernama
Malay Mail
16 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Zayn Rayyan's mum denies changing outfits twice the day he went missing
KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 — The mother of the late Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin denied that she changed her clothes at home while her son was missing, despite a witness saying otherwise. Ismanira Abdul Manaf testified at the Petaling Jaya Sessions Court during her defence hearing on a neglect case. According to Sinar Harian, the 30-year-old mother said she only went up to her apartment to check if Zayn Rayyan had returned by himself. She explained that she spent less than five minutes inside to put down his school bag and other items. Ismanira also disagreed with the suggestion that she met her neighbour, Rashidah Rajali, on the stairs twice that day. The prosecution witness had previously told the court that she saw Ismanira twice in different outfits. Rashidah claimed she first saw Ismanira wearing a white shirt and black trousers, and later saw her in different, darker patterned clothes. Ismanira faces a charge under the Child Act 2001 for neglecting her son in a manner that could cause him physical injury.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Aisha Retno announces "The A.I.S.H.A Experience" showcase
23 Jul – Aisha Retno has been given the second chance at performing her own Malaysian solo stage through the upcoming "The A.I.S.H.A Experience". The upcoming showcase is set to be held on 20 September at 8pm at Jio Space, Petaling Jaya, with the singer planning to perform her new songs as well as her biggest hits. Making her debut after winning Rookie Champion in TV3's "Vokal Mania" and then came in third place in "Big Stage" Season 4 on Astro in 2022, Aisha's name continued to soar after winning second place at Anugerah Juara Lagu 2023 with "Sutera". "The past year has really taught me a lot in terms of creativity, resilience and evolution as an artiste," Aisha shared in a press conference. "I've poured my heart and soul into these new pieces, and I think they reflect who I am now. Bolder, more experimental, and closer to my own music." "While the journey of performing on stage has its challenges, I'm really excited to share these songs and connect with my fans in a more intimate and meaningful way. I can't wait for them to hear what I've got." Tickets will begin selling on 31 July at 12 PM on
