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SHAH ALAM, Oct 31 —Political analyst Abdul Razak Baginda was today acquitted by the High Court here of abetting in the gruesome murder of Mongolian national Altantuya Shaariibuu.
Chief Inspector Azilah Hadri, 32, and Corporal Sirul Azha Umar, 37, who are members of the police Special Action Force (UTK), were, however, ordered to enter their defence to the charge of murder.
The prosecution is expected to file an appeal against Razak's acquittal.
Today's decision will certainly send shockwaves and arouse even more controversy because of Razak's ties to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Razak is a close associate of the DPM.
Najib has consistently denied any involvement in the case or that he even knew the victim but he has spent the past two years finding it hard to shrug off the non-stop allegations made against him by his opponents.
High Court judge Datuk Mohamad Zaki Md Yasin said the prosecution had failed to establish a case against Razak. But he ordered the two policemen to enter their defence.
"I am satisfied that there is a prima facie case for the first accused Azilah and for the second accused Sirul.
"For the third accused Abdul Razak Baginda, I found there is no prima facie case. He is therefore acquitted and discharged," ruled Zaki.
On hearing the judge's decision Razak wore a smile so bright it eclipsed the sombre dark suit and five o'clock shadow on his face.
His wife openly wept and his daughter, who sat on the right side of the gallery, heaved her shoulders in great relief. His father looked visibly relaxed after the ruling was made and his mother cried "Alhamdullilah!"
"I just want to go home," Razak told reporters after hugging his family as he tried to leave the court house.
He had arrived earlier in a Black Maria at 8.49am together with the other two accused but he when he left at about 10.30am, it was in a silver Volvo SUV in the company of his wife and daughter.
Razak, 48, had faced the death penalty if he had been convicted of abetting in the killing of Altantuya, with whom he had an eight-month affair.
He has acknowledged having the affair. The prosecution had argued he ordered her killing after she pestered him for money.
Altantuya was allegedly shot before her body was blown up with explosives two years ago.
Azilah and Sirul are jointly charged with murdering Altantuya, 28, at a location in Mukim Bukit Raja, Selangor between 10am on Oct 19, 2006 and 1am the following day.
Razak was charged with abetting them.
The prosecution closed its case against the trio on June 23 after 151 days of testimony from 84 witnesses.
The trial of the two policemen will continue on Nov 10.
While it was all smiles for Razak, Altantuya's father Setev Shaariibuu was distraught with the decision.
"I am not satisfied. My daughter knows only one Malaysian and it is Razak Baginda. Now my daughter is dead and Baginda is freed. The country has lost credibility," Setev told reporters.
Altantuya family lawyer Karpal Singh said he thought that based on the evidence adduced in the trial, Razak should have had his defence called.
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written by Allentan, October 31, 2008
written by Allentan, October 31, 2008
Where is justice then? Sharibuul better take the case to international court!
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written by Jong, October 31, 2008
written by Jong, October 31, 2008
That explains those 'new' judiciary appointments! I am shocked by the verdict, NO it can't be true! The rot finally sets in. I am shocked with disbelief!!!
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written by Malaysian, October 31, 2008
written by Malaysian, October 31, 2008
Ever since the publication of telephone conversation in Malaysia Todays, there is little doubt that he will be acquitted. It didn't matter how the involved party make the denial, it is obvious that Malaysia Judiciary are controlled by the BN and in particular UMNO. Ot may be it is just a show.....
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written by anak2nya, October 31, 2008
written by anak2nya, October 31, 2008
it just doesn't make sense. i believe they were ordered to kill altantuya. but who ordered them to do so? they be really stupid for blowing her up just for fun (the royal police is the dumbest for hiring them if this is the fact). why took the trouble to get C4 to do that? what's their connection with altantuya? who has a stronger motive to have her dead?? so frustrating...
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written by Gimak Kiruchalga Jalung, October 31, 2008
written by Gimak Kiruchalga Jalung, October 31, 2008
So, the policemen are the suspected mastermind now? Where's the motive?
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Not surprised
written by meng, October 31, 2008
written by meng, October 31, 2008
It goes to show, Pak Lah is no more in control, justice is dead, Malaysia is going back to the old days of an extended Executive hand. God save Malaysia.
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motive
written by Siew Eng, October 31, 2008
written by Siew Eng, October 31, 2008
Gimak, what are the odds that no motive can be found?
Does the prosecution need to prove both motive and opportunity?
Does the prosecution need to prove both motive and opportunity?
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Wasting Public Fund
written by simon, October 31, 2008
written by simon, October 31, 2008
For all the time.. the judges are happy .. doing some work get money .. go home and watch astro.. play golf.. for one year... they dont have to think... as DPM and new Chief Judges sudah plan.... just inform the stupid Malaysian.. so what can Malaysian do, what can opposition do... nothing... just stay home and watch astro.. (if no rain lah).. or Cheers... happy holiday
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written by ZZzzz, October 31, 2008
written by ZZzzz, October 31, 2008
So now who to trust?
Well, now the whole world will laugh at us again... "See sure no problem 1 if you have connection with powerfull politions..."
Well, now the whole world will laugh at us again... "See sure no problem 1 if you have connection with powerfull politions..."
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written by newmalaysia, October 31, 2008
written by newmalaysia, October 31, 2008
yes,anak2nya is rite. what wud they the policemen shud get themselves in trouble in the 1st place? blowing someone up is certainly not a routine midnite snooker match. C4 attainable only from a highly secured area in the military made available to them? may be they got the C4 from ALQAEDA...now that wud b a rational explanation....one that makes we the public sleep well at nite....
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"The charge will be tentative, all is not lost...."
written by Anak Java, October 31, 2008
written by Anak Java, October 31, 2008
Hey, with Najib getting the landslide nominationa and going to be the next PM. What do you think.... He has said in the famous SMS exchange ""The charge will be tentative, all is not lost...." So he knew the outcome! What an amzing thing in Malaysia Politic and Judiciary. Just mrerely a week after the UMNO CJ taking over, we have "Munawar’s sodomy conviction stays" and next we have "Razak Baginda Acquitted.
OK then who order the the Police Officer to act. They have nothing better to do and suka-suka use the explosive to blowup people. Sick and sad of what is happening..................
Anak Java
OK then who order the the Police Officer to act. They have nothing better to do and suka-suka use the explosive to blowup people. Sick and sad of what is happening..................
Anak Java
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written by loop07, October 31, 2008
written by loop07, October 31, 2008
If one being acquitted, then the other 2 should be the same. There are no logic at all for this. There were no motive for that 2 policemen to did it unless being instructed by 'someone' .
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written by Jen, October 31, 2008
written by Jen, October 31, 2008
A circus in town, again.
Reform of jurisdiction? With all the past and present circus shows? Pure self-denial.
Reform of jurisdiction? With all the past and present circus shows? Pure self-denial.
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THE LAND OF BOLEHS
written by Dr. M. Ali, October 31, 2008
written by Dr. M. Ali, October 31, 2008
MALAYSIA BOLEH SEMUA BOLEH IS THE THEME!
APA NAK DIKATO? BOLEH!!!
APA NAK DIKATO? BOLEH!!!
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it is every one knowledge,,he will be acquited,,
written by tony, October 31, 2008
written by tony, October 31, 2008
yup,,it is every one knowledge,,it is jsut a wayang kulit,what with our dpm backing him
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written by justicemyfoot, October 31, 2008
written by justicemyfoot, October 31, 2008
In any crime, there must be a motive. Where is the motive for the 2 policemen to kill ALTANTUYA?
We have heard of 'kangaroo courts'. , Now we set a new world standard on justice. Guinness world record.
We have heard of 'kangaroo courts'. , Now we set a new world standard on justice. Guinness world record.
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written by Haji Osama, October 31, 2008
written by Haji Osama, October 31, 2008
RB acqitted. So the two policemen are charged for murdering Altantuya. Why these two corps have to kill her? What are the reasons. They do not know her at all. You think for yourself.
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written by Don, October 31, 2008
written by Don, October 31, 2008
didnt najib say that if he was involved in the case, that baginda would be free....
correct me if im wrong...
correct me if im wrong...
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written by Brian, October 31, 2008
written by Brian, October 31, 2008
God , please save Malaysia. You know the guilty parties, expose them.
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A day of sigh!
written by Candidmen, October 31, 2008
written by Candidmen, October 31, 2008
Today will be a day recorded in the eyes of the world, Malaysia truly Boleh!
All the world peoples can see now how the blood flukes will be gushing out from the anus of a seriously sicked bull, tagged M-Justice!
Unless this is to prove our new reformist CJ to pitch in to flex his muscle, call the shots, the acquittal of Razak marks the beginning of a new trial, we will have no hope to see the so-called reform of the judiciary system! Merely he will be another ingredient to add on as another product of Najib Pandora Box!...................
The sky is ever gloomy, our future continues to be bleak! How about RPK, will he be acquitted also or he will continue to have his vacation land at Kemunting occupied?! Phew!
All the world peoples can see now how the blood flukes will be gushing out from the anus of a seriously sicked bull, tagged M-Justice!
Unless this is to prove our new reformist CJ to pitch in to flex his muscle, call the shots, the acquittal of Razak marks the beginning of a new trial, we will have no hope to see the so-called reform of the judiciary system! Merely he will be another ingredient to add on as another product of Najib Pandora Box!...................
The sky is ever gloomy, our future continues to be bleak! How about RPK, will he be acquitted also or he will continue to have his vacation land at Kemunting occupied?! Phew!
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written by Peter, October 31, 2008
written by Peter, October 31, 2008
The Question is, after all these happenings, would you still want the BN to continue governing the Country?? Especially, when the sms of the next PM in waiting holds truth?? Please ask these questions to yourselves seriously and decide wisely.
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written by Dari_Sabah, October 31, 2008
written by Dari_Sabah, October 31, 2008
It had been predicted before that razak baginda will be acquitted but the two poor policeman will be charged. So.. why were the UTK killing someone? were they killing for fun? Oh my god! we better watch out. We could be the next victim...
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dear admin
written by NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN, October 31, 2008
written by NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN, October 31, 2008
if it was because of my offensive language i can retype the post..but for you to delete this will only proof that you and the rest of the mainstream media only want to hear one side of the story..
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written by Pemetik Jagung, October 31, 2008
written by Pemetik Jagung, October 31, 2008
Aiyah of course he will be acquitted, he didn't do it, we all know that. We also know who is the real culprit who wasn't prosecuted, eventhough all the evidence against husband and wife is there
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written by chen soon wah, October 31, 2008
written by chen soon wah, October 31, 2008
Free one by one sooner and at last the guilty one will be you, ALTANTUYA. Open your eyes and revenge, Altantuya. Find the one who kill you.
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So is the real murderer at loose?
written by miki, October 31, 2008
written by miki, October 31, 2008
Baginda acquitted. So are we to believe that the two policmen plan the murder? The ghost of Altantuya must be very angry to hear that. Hope justice will prevail and the real murderer caught and hanged!
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written by Countryman, October 31, 2008
written by Countryman, October 31, 2008
Watch out! Next moment you may have more policement blowing up people again, just for fun! "Kangaroo Court" indeed!
Our policemen really have nothing better to do but going round blowing up someone they don't know? Catch the mastermind, stupid!
Our policemen really have nothing better to do but going round blowing up someone they don't know? Catch the mastermind, stupid!
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malaysian type judicial reform
written by sy, October 31, 2008
written by sy, October 31, 2008
In any murder, the court should have question the motive. The court has sent two policeman on their way to hanging ropes without a clear understanding of the motive of murder. It was clear that Pak Lah judicial reform has failed, or even getting worse. The court, with their intelligence, beyond reasonable doubt has also failed the judicial system. They, of course, can blamed it on the police for poor prepartion work in the case. The police, in return and for certain reason, did not or may be cannot seek the real killer behind this case as vigorously as possible. In fact, it is clear that they are happy that two policemmen were hold for the charge. The politician, on the other hand and as we will see, continue to play tai-chi in this particular case. In any day, it is a shameful day of justice. Up there, there is no one who wants justice to be served. So, how can justice be served?
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Spill The Beans !
written by tomthomas, October 31, 2008
written by tomthomas, October 31, 2008
It is planned. The only way is for the two policmen to speak the truth in court and to spill the beans as to who instructed them to kill Altantuya. If they chose to remain silent, they are the most stupid human beings in the world.
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written by OKY, October 31, 2008
written by OKY, October 31, 2008
ATTENTION ALL !!! Don't get upset over this issue. Take it as a guide to survive in Malaysia.
As long as you have the $$$ & political power/connection ..... One can kill & get away scot free. So instead of grumbling & getting furious over the verdict, we should try to earn more $$$ & get ourselves closely associated politically. Then, we'll all be ABOVE THE LAW.
MALAYSIA's LAW & JUSTICE is just a bunch of crap. Some say it's just a TOOL. It's how we manipulate LAW & JUSTICE to our own benefit. Get real, Malaysians!!!
As long as you have the $$$ & political power/connection ..... One can kill & get away scot free. So instead of grumbling & getting furious over the verdict, we should try to earn more $$$ & get ourselves closely associated politically. Then, we'll all be ABOVE THE LAW.
MALAYSIA's LAW & JUSTICE is just a bunch of crap. Some say it's just a TOOL. It's how we manipulate LAW & JUSTICE to our own benefit. Get real, Malaysians!!!
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Expected outcome from a kangaroo court
written by nkkhoo, October 31, 2008
written by nkkhoo, October 31, 2008
Whether he is convicted or not, he is a free man at the end of the day.
Another two UTK members will be also pardoned by Agong IF they found guilty.
Mongolian government shall lobby more countries in UN to press for human rights violation against Malaysian government.
First step they shall do is to sever diplomatic tie with Malaysia, I believe majaority of Malaysians will support such action from the Mongolian government.
Another two UTK members will be also pardoned by Agong IF they found guilty.
Mongolian government shall lobby more countries in UN to press for human rights violation against Malaysian government.
First step they shall do is to sever diplomatic tie with Malaysia, I believe majaority of Malaysians will support such action from the Mongolian government.
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written by ton, October 31, 2008
written by ton, October 31, 2008
This is what everyone expected. The guilty couple is laughing behind. HA HA HA.
See what happen to our Mr. Correct Correct Correct and others. All are untouchable.
Badawi has shut his ear, month, eye and ......
This country sudah rotten, WHO CAN SAVE MALAYSIA!!!???
See what happen to our Mr. Correct Correct Correct and others. All are untouchable.
Badawi has shut his ear, month, eye and ......
This country sudah rotten, WHO CAN SAVE MALAYSIA!!!???
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written by whoami, October 31, 2008
written by whoami, October 31, 2008
Quote "another two UTK members will be also pardoned by Agong IF they found guilty. "
they could use new identities.
they could use new identities.
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To: NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN
written by marbl3s, October 31, 2008
written by marbl3s, October 31, 2008
Do one really need to have knowledge of C4 in order to order someone to plant a C4 to blow up a body? I guess not. You demanded evidence but just for your info, of the most important evidence for this murder case was blown up to bits. Also, please do not forget that there has been several occasions whereby the police tampered with evidence. Look back at 1998 where Anwar's 'so called evidence' was tampered with.
Also, do you know how many evidence was brought forward in court? Yes? No? Do you know the actual discussion within the hearings or do you just based on our local media to derive out your conclusion?
You have no basis in your arguments as well but just purely based on your assumption and its not wrong for anyone to make their own assumption. And moreover, your ranting and name callings is showing your level of mentality. If you want to resort in calling me names, then so be it. I don't really care...
Also, do you know how many evidence was brought forward in court? Yes? No? Do you know the actual discussion within the hearings or do you just based on our local media to derive out your conclusion?
You have no basis in your arguments as well but just purely based on your assumption and its not wrong for anyone to make their own assumption. And moreover, your ranting and name callings is showing your level of mentality. If you want to resort in calling me names, then so be it. I don't really care...
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dun mess with us!
written by passerby, October 31, 2008
written by passerby, October 31, 2008
Dun mess with us M'sians ok...we blow pple up with C4 for no reason.
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written by Ajajal, October 31, 2008
written by Ajajal, October 31, 2008
What a Friday after my Jumaat.prayer. All in a drama in Malaysia land. One out two to go and eventually
all free this is what in Indonesia call it SIAP ATUR GELAP. This victim comes from a minor nation should it be a citizen of USA or any major power nation the PM will pea in his pants. Blind court and blind justice
ATUR ATUR MALAYSIA UMNO AND ITS SMSes
all free this is what in Indonesia call it SIAP ATUR GELAP. This victim comes from a minor nation should it be a citizen of USA or any major power nation the PM will pea in his pants. Blind court and blind justice
ATUR ATUR MALAYSIA UMNO AND ITS SMSes
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written by ernest, October 31, 2008
written by ernest, October 31, 2008
This case is what we call follow procedure, maybe somebody who is good in publishing can write a book entittled " Misterious Murder in Malaysia" where the murdered got murder and the murderer got free.............
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Sever diplomatic ties
written by amoker, October 31, 2008
written by amoker, October 31, 2008
Mongolia, do your stuff since our court system can't find its toes.
Najib should be investigated for his role.
The AG chamber and the prosecution bears the biggest responsibility for making a fool of the courst system. And purposely gave the judgement after GE13. If this is done before GE13, i am sure BN would have been burried.
Najib should be investigated for his role.
The AG chamber and the prosecution bears the biggest responsibility for making a fool of the courst system. And purposely gave the judgement after GE13. If this is done before GE13, i am sure BN would have been burried.
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To NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN
written by Pemetik Jagung, October 31, 2008
written by Pemetik Jagung, October 31, 2008
hahahahaha that's a champion one liner. you might not be very bright, and eventhough i think marbl3s is right, you are quite funny i have to give you that
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written by WACKO NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN, October 31, 2008
written by WACKO NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN, October 31, 2008
ATTENTION!!! ATTENTION!!! ATTENTION!!!
The real murderer is NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN. It's so clear that based on his comments he can confidentally question the actual scenario which took place during the time of abduction to the time of bombing.
You guys are being fooled!!! Hahahahaha!! This is hilarious.
The real murderer is NONTEABAGGINGMALAYSIAN. It's so clear that based on his comments he can confidentally question the actual scenario which took place during the time of abduction to the time of bombing.
You guys are being fooled!!! Hahahahaha!! This is hilarious.
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Neither truth nor faith
written by susan loone, October 31, 2008
written by susan loone, October 31, 2008
Remember what Batman said in the Dark Knight?
“Sometimes, the truth isn’t good enough. Sometimes people deserve more. Sometimes people deserve to have their faith rewarded".
I am afraid we will have neither in Malaysia.
“Sometimes, the truth isn’t good enough. Sometimes people deserve more. Sometimes people deserve to have their faith rewarded".
I am afraid we will have neither in Malaysia.
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written by noobie, October 31, 2008
written by noobie, October 31, 2008
the sms was true!! things are going to be uglier...
this is my point of view.. if the razak is scot free... so we have to get the mastermind!!!! may the murderers of Alantuya burn in hell!!
this is my point of view.. if the razak is scot free... so we have to get the mastermind!!!! may the murderers of Alantuya burn in hell!!
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written by fong, October 31, 2008
written by fong, October 31, 2008
Why no one release Altantuya with VVIP photos?
Altantuya's home should have a lot of these photos! She must have prepared all the evidances for the worst situation before coming to Malaysia.
The photos proved a lot of things and everythings.
Someone out there should have it, why not release it and tell the truth?
Unless ada udang di sebalik batu!
Altantuya's home should have a lot of these photos! She must have prepared all the evidances for the worst situation before coming to Malaysia.
The photos proved a lot of things and everythings.
Someone out there should have it, why not release it and tell the truth?
Unless ada udang di sebalik batu!
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Ptuih, ptuih, ptuih....
written by jagung bakar, October 31, 2008
written by jagung bakar, October 31, 2008
disgusting....treating rakyat like lembu....these buggers never learned the March 8 lesson. Rakyat are watching, the whole world is watching....where is the justice to the victim?? I hope Altantuya family does not give up, and get the world to help...
truly disgusting.....ptuih, ptuih, ptuih.
truly disgusting.....ptuih, ptuih, ptuih.
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never mind.....
written by batuapi, October 31, 2008
written by batuapi, October 31, 2008
2day...the human court cannot prove him guilty....but i do believe there's a Judgement Day...God will judge and punish according to what we have done while in tis world.......let God count with him while we cannot do anything........
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written by chen soon wah, October 31, 2008
written by chen soon wah, October 31, 2008
To Fonggggggg...........
Why no one release Altantuya with VVIP photos?
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Bbbb......cause those VVIP photos can make a lot of money later when HE becomes PM.
Why no one release Altantuya with VVIP photos?
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Bbbb......cause those VVIP photos can make a lot of money later when HE becomes PM.
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Raja Baginda
written by faith04, October 31, 2008
written by faith04, October 31, 2008
Last year or so when tdired to my friends that 1st & 2nd accused will be punished for less than 20 years inprisonment, & baginda will be free because of his close relationship with najib. 1st & 2nd accused will not serve full term & will seek pardon soon as people forget about the poor Mongolian girl in 2 or 3 years time.
That's why I never trust my own country' judiciary, sad..
That's why I never trust my own country' judiciary, sad..
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Defence is the best way to clear names...
written by jagung bakar, October 31, 2008
written by jagung bakar, October 31, 2008
If he's not guilty, the govt should have insisted he enter a defence to answer all "allegations" against him and his master....declaring him as not guilty now is like protecting him from having to answer the many questions surrounding this case....what a wasted opportunity...
Now we will never know, as the trial for the 2 policemen will not be a high profile one...
Bala - time to come out from hiding & share the truth whatever it is....the rakyats are sick & tired of these buggers treating our beloved land as their playground....
We just want to see some transparency and not being treated like insignificant dumb buggers....
However, on the positive side, this has reaffirm beyond any reasonable doubt on whom I'm going to give power to in the next GE....u just wait buggers....
Now we will never know, as the trial for the 2 policemen will not be a high profile one...
Bala - time to come out from hiding & share the truth whatever it is....the rakyats are sick & tired of these buggers treating our beloved land as their playground....
We just want to see some transparency and not being treated like insignificant dumb buggers....
However, on the positive side, this has reaffirm beyond any reasonable doubt on whom I'm going to give power to in the next GE....u just wait buggers....
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