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Three family members are demanding a swift investigation into the deaths of three men while in custody, after repeatedly requesting updates from authorities, with no satisfactory response. M Visvanathan, chairperson of NGO End Death and Injuries in Custody (Edict), represents the families of R Richard, G Murthy, and MM Muniandy.

They have repeatedly written to authorities and the Coroner's Office, but have yet to receive any updates. Visvanathan urges the Public Prosecutor to use Section 339 of the Penal Procedure Code to compel the Coroner to conduct an inquiry into the three deaths. Forensic reports state that Richard, who suffers from schizophrenia and is registered as a disabled person, died on August 16, 2025, in Sungai Buloh Prison after being found unconscious.

He later received hospital treatment, but his family remains unsatisfied with the explanations provided by police and the prison. While the reports indicate no external injuries, internal injuries were present. Murthy, also reported to have mental health issues, died on March 8, 2025, at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar. Visvanathan states that the Murthy family was not informed about his detention and is concerned about the medical care he received during his time in custody.

Meenambigai, MM Muniandy's widow, says her husband was detained for domestic violence and hopes he will return home after receiving treatment. Forensic examination revealed trauma from being restrained on his neck, causing breathing difficulties. Muniandy subsequently underwent tracheostomy and was admitted to intensive care before passing away.

Visvanathan urges the Coroner to obtain necessary investigation documents for the inquest into the three deaths.