(Kuching, 23rd) — The double death case in Serian does not involve foul play, Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Zainal has confirmed, stating that police have completed the relevant investigation.
According to him, the male deceased was suspected to have been under mental stress and to have shown signs of depression during his lifetime.
“The police have received reports from the laboratory and pathology units, and the forensic doctor has completed autopsies on both deceased. Based on a comprehensive assessment of all findings, the investigation into the case has concluded.”
Zainal pointed out that forensic examination results showed that only the DNA of the two deceased individuals was detected on the sharp object used in the case, with no foreign DNA found. Likewise, there were no signs of forced entry or theft at the scene. Therefore, police have determined that the case did not involve homicide.
Zainal revealed this to the media after the monthly assembly held at Sarawak Police Headquarters this morning.
He added that claims about the involvement of a third party in the case are unfounded.
At this stage, he stated frankly that police will not conduct further criminal investigations and are only awaiting the final identification report on the two deceased.
He further explained that, based on witness statements collected by the police, the male deceased was under mental stress prior to the incident and was suspected to have developed signs of depression after being assigned as principal at Lubok Antu.
“Police will also wait for forensic units to complete the data analysis of the deceased’s mobile phone, to help further clarify the course of events and confirm whether the motivation was solely related to depression or if other factors were involved.”
According to him, the male deceased was suspected to have been under mental stress and to have shown signs of depression during his lifetime.
“The police have received reports from the laboratory and pathology units, and the forensic doctor has completed autopsies on both deceased. Based on a comprehensive assessment of all findings, the investigation into the case has concluded.”
Zainal pointed out that forensic examination results showed that only the DNA of the two deceased individuals was detected on the sharp object used in the case, with no foreign DNA found. Likewise, there were no signs of forced entry or theft at the scene. Therefore, police have determined that the case did not involve homicide.
He added that claims about the involvement of a third party in the case are unfounded.
At this stage, he stated frankly that police will not conduct further criminal investigations and are only awaiting the final identification report on the two deceased.
He further explained that, based on witness statements collected by the police, the male deceased was under mental stress prior to the incident and was suspected to have developed signs of depression after being assigned as principal at Lubok Antu.
“Police will also wait for forensic units to complete the data analysis of the deceased’s mobile phone, to help further clarify the course of events and confirm whether the motivation was solely related to depression or if other factors were involved.”