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The Star
6 days ago
- The Star
AGC files appeal over Yusoff Rawther's acquittal
PETALING JAYA: The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice of appeal against the High Court's decision that cleared Muhammed Yusoff Rawther of drug trafficking and imitation firearms possession charges. The AGC said the appeal challenges the High Court's June 12 ruling which acquitted the accused without calling for his defence at the close of the prosecution's case, under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 (Act 234) and Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960 (Act 206). 'After taking into consideration the Kuala Lumpur High Court judge's decision, the AGC has filed an Appeal Notice to appeal the discharge and acquittal,' the AGC said in a statement on Monday (June 16). "Section 39B(2) of Act 234 provides for the death penalty or life imprisonment, and if the death penalty is not imposed, the sentence shall include not less than 12 strokes of the cane. Section 36(1) of Act 206 carries a maximum sentence of one year's imprisonment, a fine not exceeding RM5,000, or both," it added. On June 12, the High Court acquitted Muhammed Yusoff from two charges of drug trafficking and possession of two imitation firearms. Justice Muhammad Jamil Hussin, in his decision at the end of the prosecution's case, said the prosecution had failed to prove a prima facie against Muhammed Yusoff.
The Star
13-06-2025
- The Star
Yusoff Rawther gives cops seven days to provide update over report lodged in 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Former research assistant Muhammed Yusoff Rawther is giving the police seven days to provide an update on a police report he lodged almost a year ago. In a letter addressed to Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razaruddin Husain, his solicitor Law Practice of Rafique demanded a response to the report lodged on Sept 12, 2024. In the report, Muhammed Yusoff claimed that he was a victim of entrapment by two individuals. His lawyers wanted to know if the two individuals named in the report, both politicians, had been called for investigation or to have their statements recorded. "We await an answer from Tan Sri in seven days. Should there be no reply, we reserve our client's right to pursue further legal action," it said in the letter Friday (June 13). On Thursday (June 12), the High Court acquitted Muhammed Yusoff from two charges of drug trafficking and possession of two imitation firearms. Justice Muhammad Jamil Hussin, in his decision at the end of the prosecution's case, said the prosecution had failed to prove a prima facie against Muhammed Yusoff. He had been accused of having control, custody and possession of two imitation pistols and 305g of cannabis. Muhammed Yusoff claimed that he was a victim and had been framed. The court said the police did not carry out any investigation to verify the claim. Justice Muhammad Jamil said this failure to investigate denied the accused's right to a fair trial and therefore it was not safe to call for his defence. On Sept 12, 2024, Muhammed Yusoff was accused of trafficking 305g of cannabis, found in his vehicle near the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters at 10.15am on Sept 6, 2024. He was charged under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a sentence of life imprisonment and at least 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. Muhammed Yusoff was also charged with possessing two imitation firearms by the roadside near a condominium on Jalan Bukit Kiara at 9.25am the same day. The charge was framed under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, which provides for a maximum penalty of one year in prison, a fine of up to RM5,000, or both, upon conviction.
The Star
12-06-2025
- The Star
Muhammed Yusoff acquitted
Free at last: Muhammed Yusoff leaving the High Court in Kuala Lumpur after the verdict was announced. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: Former research assistant Muhammed Yusoff Rawther walked out a free man after the High Court here acquitted him of two charges of drug trafficking and possession of imitation firearms. Justice Muhammad Jamil Hussin ruled that the prosecution has failed to prove a prima facie case against the 32-year-old. In his judgment, the judge said the prosecution had failed to prove that the accused had control, custody and possession of two imitation pistols and 305g of cannabis. He noted that a car, in which the items were found, belonged to Muhammed Yusoff, and the car keys and remote control were in his possession. 'It is undeniable that he was near the car and opened the door when the police conducted their operation. But that does not mean we can conclude that the accused has exclusive control of the car, nor does he have custody and control over the pistols and the drugs,' he said in his decision at the end of the prosecution's case yesterday. Justice Muhammad Jamil also said the accused's behaviour during the operation was consistent with that of a person with no knowledge of the items found in the car. After he was arrested, Muhammed Yusoff told the police that he was 'a victim who was framed by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim', the judge said. 'However, the police did not carry out any investigation to verify this claim. The failure to investigate has denied the accused the right to a fair trial. 'Therefore, it is not safe for the court to call the accused to enter his defence. 'I hereby make the order to discharge and acquit the accused without calling for his defence,' the judge added. On Sept 12, 2024, Muhammed Yusoff was charged with trafficking in 305g of cannabis. The drug was found in his vehicle near the surau at the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters at 10.15am on Sept 6, 2024. He was charged under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a sentence of life imprisonment and at least 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. He was also charged with possessing two imitation firearms by the roadside near a condominium in Jalan Bukit Kiara at 9.25am the same day. The charge was framed under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, which provides for a maximum penalty of one year in prison, a fine of up to RM5,000, or both, upon conviction. Muhammed Yusoff, who wore a striped long-sleeve shirt, was greeted by a large group of people outside of the court complex after his release. He told reporters that he was grateful for the court's decision and thanked his family, lawyers and others who supported him. Throughout the trial, Muhammed Yusoff was detained at the Sungai Buloh prison as the offence he was accused of did not allow for bail.
Sinar Daily
12-06-2025
- Sinar Daily
Yusoff Rawther acquitted and discharged of drug trafficking, possession of imitation pistols
The judge said that based on the testimony of the prosecution witnesses, the court found that the prosecution failed to prove that the accused had control, custody and possession of the two pistols and the drugs. 12 Jun 2025 02:39pm Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin made the order after finding that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against Muhammed Yusoff, 32, at the end of the prosecution's case. - Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR - A former research assistant to a politician, Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, was today acquitted and discharged by the High Court here on charges of drug trafficking and possession of imitation firearms. Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin made the order after finding that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against Muhammed Yusoff, 32, at the end of the prosecution's case. Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin made the order after finding that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against Muhammed Yusoff, 32, at the end of the prosecution's case. - Bernama photo The judge said that based on the testimony of the prosecution witnesses, the court found that the prosecution failed to prove that the accused had control, custody and possession of the two pistols and the drugs. "Based on the testimony of the prosecution witnesses as well, the court found that it was not safe for this court to convict the accused of the offences charged against him. "Therefore, the accused is acquitted and discharged of the charges without having to be called to enter his defence,' said the judge. Muhammed Yusoff was charged with trafficking 305 grams of cannabis in a vehicle he was riding in front of the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK) surau at 10.15 am on Sept 6 last year. The charge was framed under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which provides for life imprisonment and whipping of not less than 12 strokes if convicted. He was also charged with possessing two imitation pistols on the roadside near a condominium in Jalan Bukit Kiara here at 9.25 am on the same day. The charge, under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, provides a maximum imprisonment of one year or a fine not exceeding RM5,000 or both, if convicted. Judge Muhammad Jamil, in his summary judgment, said it was not disputed that during the inspection of Muhammed Yusoff's Nissan Teana car, the first prosecution witness (SP1), Insp Wan Muhammad Wan Ali, found a black bag containing two pistols in the front seat of the vehicle. The judge said further inspection of the vehicle at the Kuala Lumpur police station by SP6, Corporal Amirul Azwa Zahari, found a black plastic package containing drugs in the back seat of the car. "It is true that the car was registered in the accused's name and belonged to the accused, and the car keys and remote control were in the accused's possession. It is also undeniable that the accused was near the car and opened the car door during the operation. "However, the evidence does not allow a reasonable conclusion to be drawn that the accused had exclusive control over the car and had custody or control over the two pistols and drugs," he said. According to the judge, there was no evidence from the prosecution witnesses that there were other individuals who had access to the vehicle and placed the drugs and two pistols in the car. He said there was no evidence to show that the accused was in a suspicious state when the pistol and drugs were found. On the contrary, the accused denied that the black bag containing the pistol and the black plastic package containing the drugs found in the car belonged to him, he added. Today's proceedings were attended by Deputy Public Prosecutor Mohd Sabri Othman, for the prosecution, while lawyer Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali represented Muhammed Yusoff. - BERNAMA More Like This
Malay Mail
12-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Yusoff Rawther acquitted and discharged of drug trafficking, fake firearm charges
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — Former political aide Muhammed Yusoff Rawther was today acquitted and discharged by the High Court here of two charges involving drug trafficking and possession of a fake firearm without being called to enter his defence. Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case against the 32-year-old, according to a report published by Astro Awani today. Muhammed Yusoff was represented by lawyer Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali, while Deputy Public Prosecutor Mohd Sabri Othman led the prosecution. The prosecution closed its case on April 28 after calling 13 witnesses during the trial, which began on April 7. Among those who testified were a narcotics investigation officer from the Dang Wangi District Police Headquarters and a chemist from the Chemistry Department of Malaysia. On September 12, 2024, Muhammed Yusoff was charged in the Magistrates' Court here with trafficking 305 grammes of cannabis in a vehicle in front of the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters surau at 10.15am on September 6, 2024. The charge was framed under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and punishable under Section 39B(2) of the same Act, which carries a mandatory sentence of life imprisonment and no fewer than 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. He was also charged under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960 for possession of two imitation pistols by the roadside near a condominium along Jalan Bukit Kiara at about 9.25am the same day. The offence carries a maximum sentence of one year in prison or a fine of up to RM5,000, or both. On November 12, 2024, the Magistrates' Court allowed the drug trafficking case to be transferred to the High Court.
