Politics · Malaysia Bureau
Father not consulted before daughter's autopsy, court hears
A Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu heard testimony that the father of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir was not consulted before an autopsy was performed on his daughter.
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The inquest into the circumstances surrounding Zara Qairina Mahathir's death continued in Kota Kinabalu on September 7, with the court hearing evidence regarding autopsy procedures and family notification protocols.
Testimony presented to the court indicated that the father was not informed or consulted prior to the autopsy being conducted, raising questions about standard procedures followed in handling the deceased and communicating with next of kin.
The Coroner's Court is examining the sequence of events and administrative processes that occurred following the death. The proceedings form part of the formal inquest into the circumstances and cause of death, with the court hearing from various witnesses regarding procedures and protocols that were either followed or not adhered to.
The case highlights concerns about family involvement and notification in autopsy decisions, matters that are typically addressed through established legal and medical guidelines governing the handling of deceased persons and the rights of family members during the post-mortem examination process.
The inquest continues as the court works to establish a complete account of the events and determine whether all required procedures were properly executed.