Manjung court proceedings: What is the next step in the murder trial?

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Manjung Court Sets August 20 for Murder Case Mention Pending Post-Mortem Reports

A cleaner, M. Manimaran, 27, appeared in the Manjung Magistrate’s Court and was charged with the murder of 85-year-old Tang Kai Kong. The court has scheduled August 20 for the case's mention, awaiting the completion of post-mortem reports.
Charges Read in Court

The proceedings took place before Magistrate Asma’ Nahdiyya Che Ab Rahim. Manimaran, who was unrepresented for the murder charge, nodded to indicate his understanding of the accusation. As murder cases fall under the High Court's jurisdiction, no plea was recorded at this stage.
Details of the Murder Charge

The charge states that Manimaran intentionally caused the death of Tang Kai Kong at Jalan Melayu, Ayer Tawar, Manjung, between 3am and 4am on May 7. This alleged act is framed under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries either the death penalty or a maximum of 40 years' imprisonment and at least 12 strokes of the cane if the death penalty is not imposed.
Drug Offence Proceedings

In separate proceedings on the same day, Manimaran pleaded not guilty to a charge of using methamphetamine. This offence allegedly occurred at the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division office, Manjung District Police Headquarters, at 12:30pm on May 8. Represented by Nur Aini Osman from the National Legal Aid Foundation (YBGK), he faces charges under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. Conviction under this section can result in a maximum of two years' imprisonment or a fine of up to RM5,000.

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