# Police investigations into deaths in Malaysia and Indonesia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/police-investigations-into-deaths-in-malaysia-and-indonesia
> Updated: 2026-10-24T00:48:16.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Southeast Asia are investigating several distinct fatalities. In Malaysia, a man was found dead near a substation in Kota Tinggi, with police suspecting he may have been attempting to steal electrical cables. 

In Indonesia, police are investigating the suspected murder of 29-year-old Donna Nuzulul Aditya, whose body was found handcuffed to a window grate in Kendal. An autopsy indicated the cause of death was blunt force trauma to the head.

Separately, a significant investigation is underway in Malaysia regarding the death of 42-year-old Noorizwan Zulkefly while in police custody at the Cheras District Police Headquarters. While an autopsy showed no internal organ injuries, external injuries were noted, and the official cause of death is pending laboratory analysis. The Criminal Investigation and Death in Custody Unit and the Independent Police Conduct Commission are involved in the inquiry.

## Claims

- Noorizwan Zulkefly died while in custody at the Cheras District Police Headquarters. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The autopsy found no internal organ injuries but identified several external injuries. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The official cause of death is pending laboratory analysis. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- JIPS has recorded statements from 78 witnesses. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The case has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC). (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The death has been classified as a sudden death. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The deceased was detained on September 19 under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and the Penal Code. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The man was referred to HCTM UKM for treatment on September 30. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Police investigation into death in Cheras custody continues

Malaysian police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old man in Cheras custody. 78 witnesses have been interviewed as the case is referred to the Independent Police Conduct Commission.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-investigation-into-death-in-cheras-custody-continues

### 2026-10-12: Police investigate separate deaths in Malaysia and Indonesia

Police in Malaysia and Indonesia are investigating two separate incidents involving deceased individuals: a suspected cable thief in Kota Tinggi and a suspected murder in Kendal.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-investigate-separate-deaths-in-malaysia-and-indonesia

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