Altantuya’s family appeals for higher than RM5 million award

THE family of Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu is appealing for higher compensation than the RM5 million awarded to them by the Shah Alam High Court in a suit they filed over her death in 2006.

In the notice of appeal filed on January 16 this year, Altantuya’s family is cross-appealing against part of the High Court’s decision on the quantum of damages.