KOTA KINABALU: he Malaysian People's Power Movement (G57) has voiced deep concern over the slow progress of the investigation into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina, who is believed to have been a victim of severe bullying at a school in Papar.
G57 announced it will provide additional legal assistance to Zara’s family, including legal counsel to help them pursue justice.
Its chairman Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar said the group could no longer remain silent as delays and a lack of updates in the case have sparked growing public unease.
"We’ve received reports suggesting that the investigation may be intentionally delayed or ‘protected’ due to the alleged involvement of a VVIP’s child. If true, this is a serious miscarriage of justice," he said.
As part of its next steps, G57 will advise the family to consider filing a civil suit against the school or any party found to be negligent or complicit in the incident. The group will also continue to pressure the authorities for full transparency and regular updates on the case.
"No one is above the law. A person’s social status or background must never be used as a shield from criminal accountability," Zulkarnain emphasized.
G57 also urged all Malaysians to stand in solidarity with Zara Qairina’s family and collectively demand justice, transparency, and urgent reforms to make schools safer and more humane.
"Justice for one child is justice for all," Zulkarnain said.
