Investigation Continues Following Death of Lawyer M Ravi in Singapore

In a shocking turn of events, a man claiming to have taken drugs with the late lawyer M Ravi just hours before his passing has been arrested by the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB). This incident has drawn significant media attention and raised questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the lawyer’s death.

Emergency Response and Initial Findings

On Wednesday morning, at approximately 5:40 AM, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) received a call about an emergency situation in an apartment. Upon arrival, paramedics found Mr. Ravi, aged 56, in a state of unconsciousness. He was rushed to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where medical staff later pronounced him dead.

According to police reports, another individual, referred to as “A” in official statements, was present in the apartment when SCDF arrived. This individual reportedly called for emergency assistance.

Claims of Drug Use

“A” informed authorities that he and M Ravi had used drugs a few hours prior to the incident. He observed concerning symptoms in Ravi following drug consumption and attempted to perform CPR on him. Furthermore, “A” claimed that the drugs involved were his own.

Ongoing Investigations

The police have classified the investigation as a case of unnatural death, but they do not suspect foul play at this time. The true cause of M Ravi’s death will be determined following a post-mortem examination. Meanwhile, authorities are actively investigating the case.

In the wake of these developments, “A” has been taken into custody by the CNB for alleged drug-related offenses under the Misuse of Drugs Act.

Conclusion

The unexpected death of M Ravi has left many in the community in shock, and the ongoing investigation aims to uncover more details surrounding the events that led to his demise. Further updates are anticipated as the inquiry progresses.