Irene Sofiya hit several times with long metal rod after rejecting advances
JOHOR BARU: Revenge over rejected love is believed to be a possible motive behind the murder of 16-year-old Irene Sofiya Mohd Khairool Faisal.
Ire Sokhanya, a 16-year-old student, was brutally attacked with a 96cm metal rod wrapped in a necktie, according to Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad. The motive appears to be revenge over Irene rejecting the suspect's romantic advances. The victim was in a relationship with the suspect's best friend. The murder weapon, the metal rod, was found along with several other items at the crime scene.
These included an iPhone, Mizuno jersey, Adidas slippers, a decoder set, a black tracksuit, a red-and-white sports shirt with bloodstains, stationery, and a Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination paper with the victim's name. The suspect had no prior disciplinary issues at school, and his mental health would be left to the court's discretion if he were charged.
The investigation is nearing completion, and the papers will be forwarded to the State Prosecution Director's office for further instructions. Police urge the public not to speculate or spread false information that could hinder the investigation.
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