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A Malaysian man detained in Japan over a fraud case has been sentenced to four years' imprisonment by the Toyama District Court
His legal team is now preparing to file an appeal in hopes of securing a reduced or suspended sentence, reported the New Straits Times.
Muhammad Faiq Zafran Mohd Jailani, 24, was handed the sentence on 24 April, following proceedings involving three charges linked to fraud offences.
His lawyer, Noor Svetlana Mohd Noor Nordin, said the sentences will run concurrently from the date of his arrest on 18 November 2025.
She explained that this effectively reduces the total time he is expected to serve.
"However, we will file a notice of appeal to the High Court for the next process. We also hope for a miracle for him, as there is a provision for suspended sentences under Article 25 of the Japanese Penal Code, under which he may be allowed to return to Malaysia on a conditional basis," she said during a live broadcast after the trial.
Noor Svetlana and Faiq's father, Mohd Jailani Ambak, travelled to Japan to attend the hearing and sentencing, marking the second time they have done so since his detention
She added that 24 April was also the first time the father was able to speak directly with Faiq.
"So, whatever happens, we hope for a miracle and that he will be given a good behaviour bond, with his release made conditional. This is because he did not arrange everything; he was deceived and trusted his friend.
"Article 25 of the Japanese Penal Code is similar to the provision in Malaysia, but it would allow him to return to his country of origin," she said.
Mohd Jailani Ambak holds pictures of his son Muhammad Faiq Zafran.
Image via New Straits TimesFaiq was investigated under Article 246(1) of the Japanese Penal Code for fraud and Article 60 for offences committed jointly
He had travelled to Japan in November last year, where he was later arrested in Toyama.
Earlier reports suggested he may have been linked to an online fraud syndicate operating in the country, although his family has maintained that he was deceived.
There were also conflicting claims at the time of his arrest, including reports that he had been found with cash and gold worth approximately RM500,000.
