Kuala Lumpur – Malaysian singer Namewee (Wee Meng Chee) was released on police bail today after being detained for nine days in connection with the ongoing investigation into the death of Taiwanese internet personality Xie Youxin. The development, which came after two extensions of his remand period, marks a temporary reprieve for the controversial entertainer as authorities await crucial forensic evidence.

The decision to grant bail was communicated verbally by police, allowing Namewee to leave the Jinma District Police Headquarters in Kuala Lumpur this afternoon. His legal counsel handled the necessary procedures, including the payment of bail, under intense media scrutiny.

Release Pending Key Forensic Evidence

Namewee’s lawyer, Fong Zhengqing, arrived at the police headquarters shortly after 2:00 p.m. to finalize the bail arrangements. The singer was seen exiting the building around 3:47 p.m., accompanied by his lawyer and three others, including a woman believed to be his girlfriend, Sarah. He reportedly avoided the large contingent of journalists waiting outside, immediately entering a black sedan that drove him away.

According to local reports, after posting bail, Namewee remained in the investigating officer’s room for several minutes before his official release. Crucially, the bail granted to the singer is temporary, effective from today until June 26. This timeframe aligns with the expected completion of the deceased victim’s autopsy report.

Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Dato’ Fhadil confirmed that upon receiving the full post-mortem results, investigators will re-evaluate the findings and submit a comprehensive report to the Deputy Public Prosecutor’s office for further direction regarding charges or case closure.

Uncertainty Remains for Victim’s Family

While Namewee’s release signals a procedural step in the Malaysian justice system, the legal process surrounding Xie Youxin’s death is far from concluded. Chen Junda, a legal representative for Xie’s family, noted yesterday that while the singer’s release without immediate charges was expected under the law following the expiration of his remand, “this does not mean that the case has ended at this point.”

The family’s representatives have reportedly departed Malaysia, leaving their local legal team to continue liaising with the police on the progress of the investigation.

The victim’s manager, Chris, expressed surprise upon learning of Namewee’s release but characterized it as a routine police procedure. He maintained a calm perspective, emphasizing his belief that the bail decision would not lead to the premature closure of the investigation. Chris speculated that Namewee might soon address the public regarding the period of his detention, or conversely, choose to maintain complete silence.

Key Investigation Next Steps:

• Autopsy Report Completion: The forensic examination of Xie Youxin’s remains is paramount in determining the cause and manner of death.
• Police Re-evaluation: Authorities will use the forensic data to reshape the investigation findings.
• Prosecutorial Review: The Deputy Public Prosecutor will ultimately decide whether to press charges against Namewee or any other party involved.

The high-profile nature of the individuals involved—a controversial celebrity and a prominent internet figure—has magnified public interest in the case, putting intense pressure on investigators to conduct a thorough and transparent probe. Legal experts emphasize that Namewee’s interim release on bail is standard practice in complex investigations where key forensic evidence is still pending, underscoring that the inquiry continues actively behind the scenes.