◉ HEADLINES

Foreign student from private uni claims trial over ex-girlfriend stabbing

His lawyer says he is undergoing bipolar disorder treatment and on prescribed medication, also prepared to surrender passport and report to police as required

2:32 PM MYT

 

SHAH ALAM – A 22-year-old Chinese national and private university student pleaded not guilty in the sessions court here today to a charge of causing grievous injury by stabbing a woman, believed to be his former girlfriend, in the neck last week.

The accused, You Wei, entered the plea after the charge was read to him in English by a court interpreter before judge Norazlin Othman.

You Wei is accused of intentionally causing grievous hurt to the victim, also a Chinese national, by stabbing the left side of her neck with a knife.

The alleged offence took place around 6.30pm on July 14 on the second floor of a private university in Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya.

He was charged under Section 326 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment and is liable to a fine or caning, upon conviction. 

During today’s proceedings, deputy public prosecutor Nurul Sofea Jaysal did not offer bail. 

However, the accused’s lawyer, Revin Kumar, appealed for the court’s discretion to grant one, submitting that his client had fully cooperated during the investigation and was willing to comply with any additional conditions imposed.

“The accused is currently undergoing treatment for bipolar disorder at a private clinic and is on prescribed medication. He is also prepared to surrender his passport and report to the police as required,” he said.

The court subsequently allowed bail at RM20,000 with two sureties. The accused was also ordered to surrender his passport to the court, report to the nearest police station, and refrain from contacting the victim or any prosecution witnesses.

The case has been fixed for mention on September 17. 

Previously, media reports stated that a 20-year-old female student sustained serious injuries after being stabbed in the neck at the university. – July 21, 2025

Topics

 

◉ Popular

Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Can Malaysians be more friendly? Country 24th in friendliness, welcome for expats

2024 ranking a slide from 15th spot in previous year, locals in Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand easier to befriend

◉ Related