Friday, March 27, 2026

Sambasivam Sentenced to Death - 24 Match 1949

 


The Straits Times - 24 March 1949

Johor Bahru, Wed - Sambasivam, Secretary of the Segamat Rubber Worker Union, was today sentenced to death by Mr. Justice Storr after he had been found guilty of carrying arms.

Sambasivam pulled out an automatic during a struggle in which he and two Chinese companions fought with three Malays at Bukit Kepong.

In his defense, Sambasivam who was defended by Mr. P.V Charry, said that he did not know where he automatic came from nor could he say why he was attached by the Malays. 

Notice of appeal was given.


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