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Najib released from Kajang Prison to serve remainder of sentence under house arrest
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has been released from Kajang Prison on Friday to complete his SRC International sentence through house arrest. The move comes after the completion of a portion of his court-imposed detention.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — Datuk Seri Najib Razak, Malaysia's former prime minister, has left Kajang Prison following approval for the remainder of his sentence to be served under house arrest conditions.
The transition marks a shift in how the 71-year-old will serve out his remaining term related to his SRC International conviction. Najib had been incarcerated at the prison facility since the commencement of his custodial sentence.
The decision to allow house arrest comes after Najib completed an initial portion of his court-ordered sentence. His transition to this alternative form of detention represents a development in his ongoing legal proceedings and sentencing arrangement.
Najib's case has remained a focal point of public and political attention in Malaysia. The SRC International matter stemmed from investigations into funds linked to the state development company during his tenure as prime minister.
The house arrest arrangement permits Najib to serve the remainder of his sentence outside the prison facility while remaining under strict conditions and supervision as determined by authorities.