Govt to let civil suit by school stabbing victim’s family take its course
Deputy law and institutional reform minister M Kulasegaran declines to comment on the case saying he does not have complete information about the matter.
On September 14, the Shah Alam High Court dismissed charges of murder against a 15-year-old boy, ruling that he was not of sound mind when he fatally stabbed a schoolmate in 2025. The victim's family has since filed a civil suit against the government agencies and the boy's parents, as well as including the boy himself as a defendant.
Deputy Law and Institutional Reform Minister M Kulasegaran stated that the government and police will follow standard procedures unless an exceptional situation arises. He declined further comment due to insufficient information on the matter. The government is drafting new legislation to incorporate mental health considerations, and discussions are underway with relevant agencies and NGOs to ensure adequate attention is given to mental health issues, particularly among youths.
The boy was acquitted and ordered to be detained at the Sultan's discretion at Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, where he will receive treatment.
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