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Multiple writers found in Zara's journals, inquest hears

A forensic document examiner has told an inquest that several of Zara's journals contained entries written by more than one person. The difficulty in distinguishing between individual writers has been attributed to the handwriting of the students involved not having fully developed.

LSN Malaysia · 26 August 2026

Multiple writers found in Zara's journals, inquest hears

During proceedings at an ongoing inquest, a forensic document examiner testified that entries across multiple journals belonging to Zara showed evidence of being written by different individuals. The examiner noted significant challenges in definitively attributing specific entries to particular writers due to the developmental stage of the handwriting samples involved. Zara and other students whose handwriting was examined had not yet developed the consistent, mature penmanship that would typically make such forensic distinctions clearer. The finding adds a layer of complexity to the investigation, as it suggests the journals may not provide a straightforward record of Zara's own thoughts and experiences. The inquest continues to examine evidence related to the circumstances surrounding the case.