Chinese student urges court to expedite stabbing trial
SHAH ALAM: A Chinese student who suffered permanent loss of function in her left hand after allegedly being stabbed by her ex-boyfriend has urged the court to expedite his trial.
A Chinese student, Wu Jialin, has petitioned the court to accelerate the trial of her former boyfriend, You Wei, over a stabbing incident. At 21, Wu has suffered a permanent loss of function in her left hand following the attack. The alleged stabbing took place at a private university in Bandar Sunway on July 14 last year. Wu endured a deep 10cm wound to her neck, necessitating over 40 stitches, and a nerve in her left hand was severed, causing her permanent loss of function.
Her lawyers are urging the court to expedite the proceedings, citing the additional costs of international travel, accommodation, visa arrangements, and potential income or employment losses for Wu should further adjournments occur. They also express concern over emotional distress caused by repeated postponements. Wu is set to testify on October 28 in the trial, which is being presided over by Sessions Court judge Ainul Bashiirah Dona Don Biyajid.
The trial’s prosecution relies heavily on Wu's testimony, which could be jeopardized by her potential inability to return to Malaysia for the proceedings. If Wu is unable to return, the prosecution could lose a crucial witness, potentially undermining their case.
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