Najib's 1MDB trial postponed to Feb 2 due to Sri Ram's sudden passing


KUALA LUMPUR: It was a sombre proceeding at the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) trial on Monday (Jan 30) following the death of lead prosecutor Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram, who was described by his team member as "a father figure".

Deputy Public Prosecutor Ahmad Akram Gharib asked High Court judge Justice Collin Lawrence Sequerah for the proceedings to be adjourned on Monday and Tuesday (Jan 31) in light of Sri Ram's sudden demise.

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