Gang Robbery Incident Rocks Kuala Lumpur
Accused Men Plea Not Guilty
In a shocking incident, two men, Muhammad Farhan Rosli and Mohammad Safikri Edi Warman, pleaded not guilty to three counts of gang robbery in the Sessions Court, Kuala Lumpur.
Incidents Unfold
According to the charges, Muhammad Farhan and Mohammad Safikri are accused of robbing a 49-year-old Russian national, causing losses amounting to RM8,000 on December 12, 6:15 pm, at Jalan Sejahtera, Wangsa Maju.
Additionally, they were accused of committing gang robbery against a 25-year-old local man, resulting in losses of RM1,500, at Jalan Tun Razak in KL City Centre on December 14, 6:30 am.
Their third alleged act of gang robbery took place on December 14, 7:15 am, at Jalan Landak, Pudu in Dang Wangi, where they are accused of robbing a Vietnamese man of a crossbody bag containing an American passport, USD380 in cash, and two mobile phones.
Charges Under Section 395 of the Penal Code
All three charges are framed under Section 395 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and shall also be liable to whipping, upon conviction.
Bail Refused
Deputy Public Prosecutors Joshua Tee Yee Khuan, Nor Aisyah Mohamed Zanyuin, and Siti Nursyuhada Abd Rauf did not offer any bail on the grounds that the offence was non-bailable and that both accused had previous criminal records.
Lawyers Charanpal Singh and Aziz Hakimi Syah, representing Muhammad Farhan and Mohammad Safikri respectively, appealed for a lower bail on the grounds that their clients have family dependents. However, Judge Egusra Ali refused bail to both accused and set February 7 for mention.
Conclusion
The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the community, highlighting the importance of prioritizing public safety and addressing gang-related crimes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What charges are the accused men facing?
- Gang robbery involving three individuals, including a Russian woman, resulting in losses of RM8,000, RM1,500, and USD380.
- What is the maximum sentence for these charges?
- 20 years in prison and shall also be liable to whipping, upon conviction.
- Did the court grant bail to the accused men?
- No, Judge Egusra Ali refused bail and set February 7 for mention.
- Are there any other details about the incident?
- The accused men have previous criminal records and their lawyers have appealed for lower bail on the grounds that their clients have family dependents.