E-hailing driver claims trial to setting woman on fire in Kepong
He is accused of dousing the 62-year-old victim with petrol and setting her on fire in an incident early this month, resulting in third-degree burns.
A 58-year-old e-hailing driver, Ang Kam Tong, has entered a not guilty plea in Kuala Lumpur sessions court to charges of attempting to murder a 62-year-old woman by setting her on fire with petrol. The incident allegedly occurred at a betting shop in Kepong on August 9th at approximately 7:51 am. Ang faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted under Section 307 of the Penal Code.
The prosecutor urged the court not to grant bail, citing Ang's attempt to flee during his arrest and the victim's severe third-degree burns. Ang's lawyer sought bail, arguing innocence until proven guilty and mentioning that Ang's siblings could cover the RM15,000 bail with one surety. The court granted bail of RM15,000 with one surety, setting September 25th for the next court mention.
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