Zara Qairina case: Lawyer refutes claims of outside interference, stands by integrity of post-mortem
He described the environment as professional and accountable.
KOTA KINABALU – The lawyer representing Noraidah Lamat, mother of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir, has rejected allegations circulating on social media suggesting that the post-mortem of the Form One student was influenced by any external or unseen parties.
Shahlan Jufri, who accompanied the forensic team throughout the entire procedure, said that the autopsy was carried out thoroughly and transparently over the course of more than eight hours, involving four medical specialists, police officers and an official photographer.
“The post-mortem procedure was conducted professionally. There were no elements as described on social media, no hidden hands.
“I personally witnessed every step, including the internal organ examination, from start to finish,” he said.
He confirmed that he was present from 11am until 7.30pm and observed the entire process alongside a group of seven to eight individuals consisting of forensic experts, police representatives and himself.
He described the environment as professional and accountable.
Shahlan also made clear that no individuals of high status or Very Very Important Persons (VVIPs) were present at any point during the post-mortem.
“There were none. Only family representatives, medical professionals and police officers were present,” he added.
He further mentioned that documentation of the autopsy was properly recorded, but emphasised that details regarding injuries cannot be made public at this stage, as the case remains under active investigation.
“The post-mortem report is a confidential document and not for public release. It may only be disclosed in court should an inquest be held,” he said.
Looking ahead, Shahlan said that a formal request for an inquest may be pursued once the current investigation has concluded.
“Next, I’ll be discussing the next steps with the family and our legal team. There is a strong possibility we will apply for an inquest,” he said.
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