Polisas to cooperate in probe into student allegedly strangled to death

The Polytechnic and Community College Education Department has agreed to assist police in their investigation into the death of a student at Jalan Air Putih, reports indicate. The 19-year-old victim, M. Elisa Jonova, a diploma student at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Polytechnic (Polisas), was discovered unconscious. The department and Polisas have pledged full cooperation to aid the inquiry, leaving it to authorities to conduct a thorough investigation.

The department urges all parties not to speculate or spread unverified information, and to respect the victim's family's privacy during this difficult period. A statement from the department and Polisas assures that they will continue to provide necessary support and assistance to the victim's family. Yesterday, a female student was reportedly found dead around 4:30am, believed to have been strangled following an argument with her boyfriend.

The 19-year-old suspect contacted police after the incident and has been remanded until October 12 to aid in the murder investigation. Polisas expressed its sorrow and condolences to the victim's family via a Facebook post, which included a photograph of the victim.