SINGAPORE: A Spanish court has ruled to keep Mitchell Ong, the sole suspect in the killing of Singaporean Audrey Fang, in custody for another two years.
Spanish news outlet La Verdad reported on Tuesday (Mar 31) that the investigating judge referenced “clear” evidence in the case and cited a risk of flight if he were to be released.
The judge ruled that pre-trial detention is a “proportionate, appropriate and necessary” measure. This was due to the seriousness of the crime, the “strength of the incriminating evidence”, and the “imminent conclusion” of the investigation, with only a few final procedures remaining.
Under Spanish law, pre-trial detention can last up to two years, and judges may extend it by up to another two years in exceptional circumstances.
Ms Fang had been travelling alone in Spain when her body was found near a lorry parking area in the town of Abanilla on Apr 10, 2024. Ong, who was arrested shortly after, has previously admitted to taking Ms Fang to the area but denies killing her.
