A 32-year-old Malaysian lorry driver has been formally charged with robbing a Thai woman of RM300 and committing S “against the order of nature”, authorities confirmed. The incidents allegedly occurred inside a vehicle in Kuala Lumpur in the early hours of 26 December 2025.
According to the charge sheet, the accused, identified as G. Loganathan, allegedly confronted the victim in Taman Gembira around 2 AM while armed with a screwdriver and a metal ruler. He reportedly forced her into a vehicle along Jalan Midah, Cheras, where the assault took place.
LEGAL RAMIFICATIONS
Loganathan faces two serious charges under Malaysian law. The first, robbery under Section 392 read with Section 397 of the Penal Code, carries a maximum prison term of 14 years and whipping upon conviction. The second, sexual intercourse against the order of nature without consent under Section 377C, can result in five to 20 years of imprisonment, along with potential whipping.
During his court appearance, Loganathan pleaded not guilty to both charges and requested bail, citing a hernia that requires medical treatment. His lawyer, Charanpal Singh, assured the court that his client would comply with additional bail conditions if granted.
The deputy public prosecutor, Mohamad Ikhwan Mohd Nasir, opposed bail, highlighting the seriousness of the offences and the risk of the accused interfering with the victim and witnesses, particularly given that the victim is a foreign national. Sessions Court judge Dr Azrol Abdullah denied the bail request and scheduled the next mention for 16 March 2026.
The case has drawn attention due to its severity and the involvement of a foreign victim, underscoring ongoing concerns over public safety and the protection of vulnerable individuals in Malaysia. Authorities continue to investigate, and the proceedings will be closely followed by legal observers and the public.