Death in lock-up: KL cops await chemistry, pathology reports
KUALA LUMPUR: Police are still awaiting the full report from the Chemistry Department and pathology findings to determine the cause of a man’s death in custody on Oct 1.
Kuala Lumpur police are awaiting final reports from the Chemistry Department and pathology experts to determine the cause of death of a local man in his 40s who died in police custody on October 1. The detainee was found unwell and taken to Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) for treatment, but he succumbed to his injuries while receiving care.
Police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus confirmed the case as sudden death (SDR) and stated that the investigation, conducted by the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Unit for Deaths in Custody, is examining all evidence to ascertain any misconduct or breaches of standard operating procedures (SOPs). The detainee had a criminal record of 44 offenses, including 18 drug-related cases.
Despite a deputy public prosecutor's decision not to pursue further action in a drug case on September 22, the man was charged under Section 448 of the Penal Code on October 1. A decision to not pursue further action was made on October 6 for the drug case and on October 8 for the remaining cases involving the theft of a Buddha statue.
Police are urging the public to refrain from speculating about the man's death, as the investigation is ongoing and thorough.
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