Kota Kinabalu: A consultant psychiatrist told the Coroner’s Court that his psychiatric assessment found Noraidah Lamat genuinely loved her daughter, Zara Qairina Mahathir.
Dr Wong Haw Huo agreed with counsel Shahlan Jufri that, based on interviews with Noraidah and other evidence gathered during his assessment, there was a consistent pattern of care, involvement and guidance in the mother-daughter relationship.
He said the assessment drew on interviews, audio recordings, videos, house décor and written documents, which collectively demonstrated persistent care, frequent communication and shared daily experiences between Noraidah and Zara.
Wong said the evidence also reflected trust and emotional connection, adding that love could be expressed in different forms, including physical affection and emotional support.
He concluded that, from a clinical perspective, the evidence supported the view that there was a genuine bond and unconditional love between Noraidah and Zara.
