Veteran newscaster Raymond Goh dies

TV3's Nightline newscaster Muhammad Zaman Goh Abdullah, prominently known as Raymond Goh, died this morning after battling the effects of a stroke.

Goh’s wife, Faridah Teh, and family, in a statement today, said the funeral prayers would be held at Masjid At-Taqwa in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, after the Asar prayer, and his remains will later be laid to rest at Bukit Kiara Muslim Cemetery today.

"It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raymond Goh @ Muhammad Zaman Goh Abdullah, who touched the lives of thousands of people in the country.

"Once again, the family of Raymond would like to express our gratitude to his friends and supporters for the outpouring of love and support during this trying period," said the statement.

Previously, the veteran newscaster with more than 30 years of experience in broadcasting was reported to be in critical condition after a stroke attack. He was admitted to a hospital in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, on Aug 30.