Malaysian boy acquitted for murder of schoolgirl on grounds of insanity
The killing of the 16-year-old nearly a year ago had shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media.
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The killing of the 16-year-old nearly a year ago had shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media.
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