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Hyflux trial proceeds as defendants decline no-case submission
Olivia Lum and five co-accused will proceed to the defence stage of their trial without seeking dismissal on current charges. The group plans to call a joint expert witness to support their case.
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The trial of Hyflux founder Olivia Lum and five other defendants will proceed to the defence phase after all parties decided against filing submissions of no case to answer, according to court proceedings on Monday.
The defendants — facing various charges related to the collapse of the water treatment company — have opted to mount a defence rather than seek acquittal at this juncture of the trial. This marks a significant development in the high-profile case that has attracted considerable attention from Singapore's business and legal communities.
The defence team has indicated it will call Dr Chris Decker as a joint expert witness. The selection of a common expert suggests coordination among the defence counsel in presenting their case to the court.
The defendants' decision to proceed without seeking a no-case submission indicates confidence in their ability to address the prosecution's case through evidence and testimony. The trial is expected to continue with the defence presenting its evidence in coming court sessions.