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Police investigation into death in Cheras custody continues
The Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (JIPS) of Bukit Aman has recorded statements from 78 witnesses regarding the death of 42-year-old Noorizwan Zulkefly, who died while in police custody. The deceased was detained at the Cheras District Police Headquarters on September 19 in connection with investigations involving the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and the Penal Code.
Following his detention, the man was referred to Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) UKM on September 30, where he was confirmed dead at 1:52 a.m. on October 1. An autopsy revealed no internal organ injuries, though several external injuries were noted. The official cause of death is currently pending laboratory analysis.
The case has been classified as a sudden death. The Criminal Investigation and Death in Custody Unit (USJKT) is conducting a multi-faceted investigation, and the matter has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) in accordance with Section 26 of Act 839. Witnesses interviewed include police officers, medical professionals, forensic experts, members of the National Legal Aid Foundation (YBGK), and the deceased's next of kin.
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Cheras District Police Headquarters · Datuk Aida Abdul Hamid · Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) · Jabatan Integriti dan Pematuhan Standard (JIPS) · Noorizwan Zulkefly
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The man was referred to HCTM UKM for treatment on September 30. berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] The death has been classified as a sudden death. www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] JIPS has recorded statements from 78 witnesses. www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] The autopsy found no internal organ injuries but identified several external injuries. www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] The case has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC). www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 2 SOURCES] The deceased was detained on September 19 under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and the Penal Code. berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] The official cause of death is pending laboratory analysis. www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 3 SOURCES] Noorizwan Zulkefly died while in custody at the Cheras District Police Headquarters. www.malay.news · berita.rtm.gov.my