KUANTAN: The remand period for the suspect detained in connection with the murder of food vendor Norshamira Zainal has been extended by a week.
Kuantan OCPD Asst Comm Wan Mohd Zahari Wan Busu said the extension was granted after the case was referred to Magistrate Nor Izzati Zakaria as the suspect's initial remand period ended on Friday (Feb 21).
"We have obtained an order to extend the suspect’s remand, to facilitate further investigations under Section 302 of the Penal Code,” he said when contacted.
The body of 37-year-old Norshamira was discovered by the river near the Tanjung Lumpur Bridge on Feb 13. A subsequent investigation revealed signs of foul play.
On Feb 15, police arrested a 53-year-old man at a residential area in Wakaf Tembesu Gong Badak, Kuala Terengganu.
Several items, including a ring, cash, clothing and documents, were seized to assist in the investigation. – Bernama
