Press Release: Expedite investigation into lawyer’s death

The Malaysian Bar is heartened that the Police are taking the matter of the death of lawyer R. Thinakaran Raman seriously and that a special task force has been established to investigate his death.

We are concerned, in particular, that the threats and assaults against him may be related to his profession, and that the security of lawyers may be at risk as a consequence of them performing their professional obligations as advocates and solicitors. Such threats may compromise the independence and ability of lawyers to carry out their duties fearlessly.

We urge the Police to do the utmost possible to expedite the investigations and to resolve the case speedily while leaving no stone unturned.

The Malaysian Bar is saddened by R. Thinakaran Raman’s death and extends its heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.


Ragunath Kesavan
President
Malaysian Bar

13 August 2009