News near Mahkamah Sesyen Muar
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Lorry driver jailed 9 years, caned 5 times for raping sister-in-law
A 38-year-old lorry driver was sentenced by the Muar Sessions Court to nine years in jail and five strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to raping his 16-year-old sister-in-law in July 2024. The assault took place at a house in Batu Pahat and the victim later gave birth to a baby boy.
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Muar night market trader jailed 12 years, caned for raping friend's disabled daughter
A 49-year-old pasar malam trader in Muar was sentenced to 12 years in jail and three strokes of the rotan after pleading guilty to raping his best friend's 14-year-old disabled daughter. The offence occurred at a house in Muar in March 2024, and the victim later became pregnant.
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New Indian High Commissioner Praises Heritage Preservation in Muar
India's new High Commissioner to Malaysia, Somnath Ghosh, expressed admiration for the preservation of Indian language, faith and traditions among the local community. He spoke after closing the two-day 'Bandar Maharani Heritage Walk 2026' at SJKT Jalan Khalidi in Muar, Johor, an event held in conjunction with Visit Johor Year 2026.
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After Guantanamo, Nazir is discovering what it means to be free
Nazir Lep, a Malaysian who spent nearly two decades at Guantanamo Bay, is adjusting to a new life in Kampung Jeram Masjid, Muar. He describes freedom as feeling like a 'bigger prison' and is learning to cope with societal perceptions and the loss of time.