Dead detainee suffered multiple external injuries, no internal bleeding

The deceased, Noorizwan Zulkefly, was found dead in police custody after initially suffering external injuries but no internal bleeding. He was arrested on September 19, 2021, in connection with drug possession, theft, and a break-in. Following his arrest, Noorizwan was taken to Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM for treatment on September 30, 2021, but the exact reason for his admission remains undisclosed.

He passed away on October 1, 2021, at 1:52 am following preliminary medical treatment. The autopsy conducted on Noorizwan's body revealed external injuries, but no internal organ damage. The cause of death is currently under analysis. Initially classified as sudden death, the case is being investigated by Bukit Aman's custodial deaths unit, which has received statements from 78 witnesses, including police officers, members of the public, medical professionals, forensic experts, the National Legal Aid Foundation, and two of Noorizwan's relatives.

The Independent Police Conduct Commission has also been notified. Noorizwan's family and legal representatives assert that a senior forensic pathologist had reported blunt force trauma to the head as the cause of death, citing 21 severe injuries, including brain hemorrhage, internal abdominal bleeding, and extensive swelling throughout his body.