How did Gopu claim he was framed?

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Gopu Alleged Drugs Were Planted in Motorcycle Without His Knowledge

Gopu Jaya Raman, a Malaysian on death row in Singapore, was acquitted by the Court of Appeal after proving that he was unaware of the drugs concealed in his motorcycle when he entered Singapore on March 24, 2014. He contended that the diamorphine, weighing not less than 46g and found in three black bundles, was placed in the motorcycle without his consent. The majority judges, Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon and Judge of Appeal Judith Prakash, found no objective evidence to link Gopu to the drugs, accepting his claim that he was unaware of the contraband.
Gopu's Account of the Drug Placement

Gopu maintained that on the day of his arrest, March 24, 2014, the drugs were planted in his motorcycle without his knowledge. He stated that while he had previously engaged in drug deliveries, this specific instance involved the illicit substances being placed in the vehicle without his awareness. He had entered Singapore to visit his girlfriend and another friend to celebrate his birthday, a purpose he asserted was unrelated to the drug smuggling.
Alleged Involvement of Ganesh and Ah Boy

The court heard that Gopu had met with a traffic accident the day prior and sought a loan from his boss, Ganesh, for medical expenses. When Ganesh refused, he directed Gopu to see a friend identified as "Ah Boy." Gopu initially refused Ah Boy's request to deliver drugs, but after a discussion between Ah Boy and Ganesh, Gopu received money for his medical treatment. Gopu claimed that Ah Boy informed him Ganesh would contact him later, suggesting a connection between his financial need and the subsequent drug-related events.
Text Message as Evidence of Non-Knowledge

Gopu further alleged that, under the direction of a Central Narcotics Bureau officer, he drafted a text message to Ganesh. This message reportedly complained that Ganesh had not informed him about the drugs beforehand. Gopu believed this communication served as evidence that the officer also believed he was unaware of the drugs concealed within his motorcycle. The majority judges noted the absence of objective evidence connecting Gopu to the plan orchestrated by Ganesh and Ah Boy.

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