Police interview eight witnesses in Kuantan polytechnic murder case
Investigators have taken statements from eight individuals, including the victim's housemates and the landlord, after a 19-year-old polytechnic student was found dead in Kuantan.
Police in Kuantan have recorded statements from eight persons linked to the killing of 19-year-old polytechnic student M. Elisa Jonova. Those questioned include three of her friends, her housemates and the landlord of the rented room on Jalan Air Putih. According to the acting police chief, further interviews may be conducted if needed.
Jonova was found dead at 4.30 am, allegedly strangled after an argument with her boyfriend, who alerted authorities. The boyfriend has been remanded until Oct 12 under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. Once the investigation concludes, the file will be sent to the deputy public prosecutor for next steps.
