The family of missing pastor Raymond Koh has called for Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay to head the renewed investigation into his disappearance.
In a statement yesterday, Koh’s wife, Susanna Liew, said the probe should be led by someone of “impeccable integrity and honesty” who would uphold truth and justice in accordance with the law.
“I, together with my family, humbly request that the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, be considered to head any police investigation into this matter.
He is known amongst members of the public as a person of integrity and honesty, and we have confidence that he won’t be intimidated, daunted or frightened to do what is just and right, despite high-ranking police officers being involved in the abductions.”
Liew said Ayob’s appointment, given his extensive investigative experience and strong public stance on police discipline and integrity, would demonstrate that the case is being handled seriously, independently and credibly.
She noted that three earlier investigations into the disappearances of Koh and social activist Amri Che Mat had reached differing conclusions, as recorded by the National Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam), the Special Task Force report, and the High Court’s decision.
Liew also requested a meeting with Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, alongside her family and lawyers, to discuss the case in the coming week. She said a similar meeting had previously been held with then-home minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
“I hope you will kindly grant us a few minutes of your time to meet with you.
This is a deeply personal and painful matter for me and my family. After so many years, the High Court order and now your words have given us hope that the authorities will act with determination.”
She added that the family’s appeal stemmed from a “deep and personal hope” that the investigation would be carried out swiftly and transparently, restoring public trust not only for her family and Amri’s, but also for all Malaysians who believe in justice and integrity.
On 11 November, Amri’s wife questioned Saifuddin’s recent remarks on reopening the investigations, saying the government should have acted much earlier.
On 5 November, the High Court ruled that the police and government were liable for negligence, misfeasance of public office, breach of statutory duty, and infringement of fundamental liberties in the disappearances of Koh and Amri.
Following the ruling, Saifuddin confirmed that police would reopen investigations into Koh’s case.