Senior Police Officer’s Trial: Prosecution Conducted while Awaiting Chemical and Post-mortem Reports

IPOH DISTRICT POLICE HEADQUARTERS

Proceedings in Court

The prosecution of senior police officer DSP Mohd Nazri Abdul Razak, accused of murdering a 17-year-old student on December 18, 2023, was conducted while awaiting the completion of chemical, post-mortem, and Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) reports. The 32nd witness, ASP Chua Sze Yuan, 38, an investigating officer from the Criminal Investigation Division of the Ipoh District Police Headquarters, disclosed this during cross-examination by defence lawyer Datuk Mior Faridalathrash Wahid, representing the accused Mohd Nazri, 46.

Cross-Examination

The cross-examination referred to Chua’s earlier testimony on December 17, 2023, saying that he received the directive for Mohd Nazri to be tentatively charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code. Chua, however, denied that the case was expedited due to the incident going viral on social media.

Mior had questioned whether the directive to charge was issued quickly, on December 17, 2023, following the incident on December 15, 2023, due to the social media outcry. However, the investigating officer agreed with Mior’s suggestion that when the case was brought to court on December 18, 2023, tensions were high at the Ipoh court due to the presence of supporters, the victim’s family, and members of the public, necessitating tight police security.

Meaning of “Tentative” Charge

When asked by lawyer M Athimulan about the meaning of the word “tentative” used in the earlier statement, Chua clarified that it referred to charging the accused first while awaiting the completion of other reports.

Facts of the Case

Mohd Nazri, a police officer with the rank of DSP, was charged with the murder of Muhammad Zaharif Affendi Muhd Zamrie, 17, at Jalan Taman Jati 1 near SMK Jati here, between 11:45 am and 12:32 pm on December 15, 2023.

Prosecution Team

The prosecution is led by Deputy Public Prosecutors (DPP) Afzainizam Abdul Aziz, Nasrul Hadi Abdul Ghani, and Low Qin, while Mohd Nazri is represented by lawyers Athimulan, Mior Faridalathrash, and Aiman Hakim Kamaruzzaman, with counsel Datuk Wan Azmir Wan Majid watching brief.

Outcome of the Trial

The trial, presided over by Judge Datuk Bhupindar Singh Gucharan Singh Preet, continues tomorrow.

Conclusion

The court proceedings have provided insight into the investigation and trial of DSP Mohd Nazri Abdul Razak, accused of murdering a 17-year-old student. The prosecution’s efforts to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident and the accused’s statements have shed light on the complex case.

FAQs

What is the name of the police officer accused of murder?

The police officer accused of murder is DSP Mohd Nazri Abdul Razak, 46.

What is the name of the victim?

The victim is Muhammad Zaharif Affendi Muhd Zamrie, 17.

Who is leading the prosecution?

The prosecution is led by Deputy Public Prosecutors (DPP) Afzainizam Abdul Aziz, Nasrul Hadi Abdul Ghani, and Low Qin.

What is the meaning of “tentative” charge in the context of the case?

The “tentative” charge refers to charging the accused first while awaiting the completion of other reports.