World · Malaysia Bureau
Kulim technician charged with murder of wife
A technician from Kulim has been charged with stabbing his wife to death. If convicted, the man faces capital punishment or lengthy imprisonment with corporal punishment.
LSN Malaysia ·
G Vikneswaran, a father of one, appeared in court to face charges related to the death of his wife. The technician was accused of committing the fatal stabbing. The case has drawn significant attention in Kedah, where the incident occurred. Court proceedings are underway as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. Legal experts note that if convicted of murder, Vikneswaran faces either the death penalty or imprisonment ranging from 30 to 40 years, in addition to 12 strokes of the cane under Malaysian law. The conviction requires proof beyond reasonable doubt, and the case is expected to proceed through the court system in coming months.