How did the defence witness claim the bribe was offered?

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Defence Witness Alleges Bribery Offer to Admit Guilt in Kevin Morais Murder Case

The seventh accused in the murder trial of Datuk Anthony Kevin Morais, S. Ravi Chandaran, has claimed he was offered a RM1.5 million bribe to plead guilty to the killing. Ravi Chandaran stated that the offer was made by the first accused, Colonel Dr R. Kunaseegaran, on December 25, 2017. According to Ravi Chandaran's testimony, Dr Kunaseegaran also promised to cover his family's living expenses and arrange for legal representation at the Court of Appeal.
Alleged Bribery Amount and Conditions

Ravi Chandaran, aged 47, testified in the High Court that Colonel Dr R. Kunaseegaran proposed giving him RM1.5 million. This sum was allegedly contingent on Ravi Chandaran admitting to the murder of deputy public prosecutor Kevin Morais. In addition to the financial incentive, Dr Kunaseegaran reportedly assured Ravi Chandaran that he would cover the living costs for his family.
Legal Representation and Court of Appeal

Further details of the alleged bribe involved legal assistance for Ravi Chandaran. Dr Kunaseegaran is said to have promised to appoint a separate lawyer to represent Ravi Chandaran specifically at the Court of Appeal. This offer of legal support was presented as part of the arrangement for Ravi Chandaran to plead guilty.
Motivation for Admitting Guilt

During his examination-in-chief, Ravi Chandaran recounted questioning Dr Kunaseegaran about why he was being asked to admit guilt when he claimed no involvement in the murder. Ravi Chandaran stated that Dr Kunaseegaran's response was that "there was no other way." This response implied that pleading guilty was presented as the only available recourse, despite Ravi Chandaran's assertion of non-involvement.

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