Kamahl's Intimidation Charge Dismissed on Mental Health Grounds

The 89-year-old singer faced court after sending threatening texts over a loan dispute, linked to a lapse in anxiety medication.

Kamahl, whose real name is Kandiah Kamalesvaran, allegedly sent threatening messages to a woman over an unpaid $2,000 loan.
The court heard Kamahl had stopped taking his prescribed anxiety and depression medication, opting for herbal remedies instead.
His daughter intervened after finding him in a dishevelled state and reconnected him with health professionals.
A magistrate dismissed the intimidation charge, citing Kamahl's mental health issues and imposed a two-year apprehended violence order.
Kamahl's legal team emphasized that the molestation claims against him were unfounded and no sexual offence charges were made.