Nhaveen murder trial: Prosecution cites contradictions in four accused’s defence

In the ongoing murder trial of four accused individuals for the killing of teenager T. Nhaveen, the prosecution has cited several contradictions within the defence's case. Deputy Public Prosecutor Mohd Amril Johari highlighted that the defence's claims have shifted during their testimony, particularly regarding the allegation that one of the accused was beaten unconscious with a helmet by Nhaveen's friend, T. Previin.

The prosecution argues that this claim was presented as an afterthought and questions the credibility of the accused's defence. Mohd Amril also pointed out the lack of a medical report supporting the injured state of the accused. Additionally, he noted the absence of a phone call recorded by one of the accused, J. Ragesuthen, to Nhaveen's mother, T. Shanti, which was supported by witness testimony.

The defence, however, contends that there is still reasonable doubt about the circumstances surrounding Nhaveen's death and the injuries that led to it. They argue that Nhaveen was still alive after the incident at Jalan Kaki Bukit and rode a motorcycle with a person known as "Belang," but the events that transpired afterward are uncertain.

The defence also questions the discrepancy in the number of individuals involved in the incident based on various testimonies and maintains that they did not deny a scuffle at Jalan Kaki Bukit, but dispute whether it led to Nhaveen's death. The case management hearing for the trial has been set for November 16, allowing the prosecution and defence to file additional submissions before a final decision is made.