Mongolian model murder scandal: Sirul deserves a new trial, says Anwar


  • Nation
  • Thursday, 17 May 2018

SYDNEY: A former policeman who fled Malaysia after being sentenced to hang for the killing of a Mongolian model, in a scandal linked to his country's ousted government, should face a new trial, political leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reportedly said on Thursday (May 17).

Sirul Azhar Umar, who is now in Australian custody, has claimed he was ordered by "important people" to murder Altantuya Shaariibuu in 2006.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Man killed, another seriously injured in Jalan Penrissen crash
Female-led team transforms Machap Umboo village for Lunar New Year
Missing actress Nadia Kesuma confirmed to have passed away
Over RM635,000 worth of e-cigs seized in Sabah raids
More than 200 undocumented foreigners held in Immigration raid
Nearly a third of Sara aid spent within days of disbursal
Only one flood relief centre remains open in Sarawak
Expanding Sara network
Greener future planned for Samarahan
Umno veeps: Focus on Malay unity, not fear of other parties

Others Also Read