The ruling comes against the backdrop of the 2025 Missing Voices Annual Report, which documents a continued pattern of police violence, particularly during protest periods. However, the court dismissed this argument, ruling that victims cannot be denied justice simply because investigations are incomplete. The court also criticised IPOA for delays in investigations, noting that justice for victims had been unnecessarily prolonged. This finding aligns with concerns raised in the Missing Voices report, which highlights limited accountability due to delayed investigations and resource constraints facing oversight bodies. The Missing Voices report indicates that individuals aged between 19 and 35 account for the highest number of victims, with men making up 90 per cent of those killed.

Source: The Star March 26, 2026 03:41 UTC