A dormitory witness testified that students confronted 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir aggressively over theft accusations the night before her death. The Form One student appeared frightened after seniors summoned her to a room and verbally attacked her using profane language about missing wallets and cash. Peers searched her belongings and discovered a flag pin belonging to an accuser while Zara cried on the floor, proclaiming her innocence.
No residents attempted to console the distressed teenager after the hostile encounter. Another witness revealed Zara had previously asked whether anyone would care if she jumped from the third floor while appearing despondent. The deceased student had documented classmates who skipped prayers as part of her goal to become a religious prefect.
The inquest entered its seventeenth day with testimony from the sixteenth of 68 scheduled witnesses. Proceedings continue on October 7 with expert analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the case.
No residents attempted to console the distressed teenager after the hostile encounter. Another witness revealed Zara had previously asked whether anyone would care if she jumped from the third floor while appearing despondent. The deceased student had documented classmates who skipped prayers as part of her goal to become a religious prefect.
The inquest entered its seventeenth day with testimony from the sixteenth of 68 scheduled witnesses. Proceedings continue on October 7 with expert analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the case.
