Kuala Pilah hostel death: Form Four student’s remand extended seven days until Oct 8

Kuala Pilah police have extended the remand of a 16-year-old male student by seven days until October 8, according to Sinar Harian. The suspect is assisting investigations into the death of a 14-year-old Form Two student at a hostel in Kuala Pilah that occurred on September 25. The extended remand period runs from October 2 to October 8, following an order from the Kuala Pilah Magistrates' Court.

Police chief Datuk Alzafny Ahmad stated that the initial seven-day remand for the suspect ends today, prompting the request for a further extension to facilitate ongoing investigations. So far, police have recorded statements from 70 individuals, including students, teachers, and coaches. Alzafny also revealed that only five students have come forward with allegations of bullying by the suspect.

The victim, Muhammad Idlan Fareeq, was found unconscious at the hostel and pronounced dead at Hospital Tuanku Ampuan Najihah. Police believe the victim suffered injuries from being assaulted with a rubber hose by two senior students.