AFTER the shocking arrest of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin’s parents, residents at the Idaman Apartment are urging the public to stop speculating on the case.
Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan, in confirming the arrest, said it was based on intelligence gained and investigation carried out from the first day of the incident.
“The arrest was based on intelligence from the day of the incident until now. This arrest is to help the investigation.
“They were remanded for seven days, investigated according to Section 302 of the Penal Code (murder),” he was quoted as saying.
A member of the Rukun Tetangga told The Vibes that it is best for everyone to allow the authorities to investigate.
He said although the news came as a shock to everyone, speculating on the arrest would only cause more problems.
“Of course it was unexpected. What can we say about it, it is the police’s duty to carry out the investigation. Let the police do their job.”
“I was also contacted by several reporters asking for an interview but I declined. What is there for me to say? I might also speculate on the issue,” said the man, who wished to be known as Ridzuan.
The parents of six-year-old autistic boy Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin, who was found dead in Damansara Damai last December, were remanded for seven days by the magistrates’ court yesterday.
Magistrate Azura Mohd Saad granted the remand, and the couple will be held until June 9.
The case, which was classified as sudden death, was refiled as murder after police found evidence of foul play.
Zayn’s body was found more than 30 hours after he was reported missing on December 5.
A forensic examination found injuries to Zayn’s neck and body. Police believed he was murdered elsewhere before the body was dumped in the creek.
In January, Bukit Aman criminal investigation department director Shuhaily Zain said police had recorded the statements of more than 200 people in connection with the case.
Meanwhile, another resident who wished to remain anonymous said she was taken aback when she read the news on Saturday morning.
“I was shocked when I saw the news. I cannot believe that the cops arrested them. I have been talking to my husband about what would be the reason behind the arrest.”
“I have only been here for less than three years, so I am relatively new. When the incident happened, I felt sorry for the family. But now it’s another plot twist. Hopefully, we will know the truth soon,” said the mother of one.
Asked if she agreed that people should stop commenting on the case, the woman agreed.
“Nowadays, everyone takes things to social media. If you talk between certain people close to you, that’s okay because it’s natural that we talk. But posting on social media creating something out of it is not appropriate,” she explained.
A nasi lemak seller who lived nearby echoed the woman’s sentiment, saying it is not right for the public to use the issue as a talking point.
The 50-year-old man said some of his customers had expressed shock with the latest development, but he told them to allow the cops to probe the matter.
“I told them we do not know how our end might be. So let’s not make our own conclusion. Personally, I didn’t expect the parents to be apprehended but I think the cops have every reason,” he added.
Last month, The Vibes visited the apartment in Damansara Damai where residents said that the atmosphere has changed since the incident.
It was learnt that after the murder, a patrol team comprising more than 10 men was formed to guard the area around the clock.
“Team members do not wear uniforms. They act like residents, but they are watching the area day and night.”
A babysitter at Block M of the Idaman Apartment said parents no longer allow their children to roam unattended in the neighbourhood.
“Parents or adults now supervise their kids. Many are scared, and I believe some are still traumatised,” said the 36-year-old woman, who did not want to be identified.
The apartment blocks are also now equipped with CCTVs. – June 2, 2024.
