Was Rafat Manesh Gavhei Mahmood handcuffed during his escape?

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Rafat Manesh Gavhei Mahmood Was Not Handcuffed During His Escape

Rafat Manesh Gavhei Mahmood, an Iranian national, escaped police custody on the morning of September 12 without being handcuffed. The escape occurred around 10:30 am near the Petaling Jaya court's detention cell as he was being transferred back to Sungai Buloh Prison. He had been arrested on February 20 under Section 39(B) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
Circumstances of the Escape

The incident took place as Rafat Manesh Gavhei Mahmood and other detainees were being transported from the Petaling Jaya court. His case had been mentioned for transfer from the Magistrates Court to the High Court. During this process, he managed to escape from the vicinity of the court's detention cell.
Arrest and Charges

Rafat Manesh Gavhei Mahmood, aged 48, was initially arrested on February 20. The charges against him fall under Section 39(B) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, indicating serious drug-related offences. He had two recorded addresses in Malaysia: one in USJ 5, Subang Jaya, and another at Regalia Residency, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur.
Investigation into Potential Negligence

Following the escape, police confirmed that a police corporal sustained minor injuries to his hand during a scuffle with the escapee. This officer has since been detained to aid in the ongoing investigation. Authorities are examining potential negligence in the handling of detainees at the court, including the possibility of an "inside job." A thorough investigation is underway to determine the precise circumstances that allowed for the escape.

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