On 17 February 1986, after spending six years in remand, Lau Ah Kiang was finally brought to trial at the High Court for the charge of murder in relation to the death of 16-year-old Ong Ai Siok. Lau was represented by Tommy Neo during the trial, while the prosecution was led by Lawrence Ang. Two trial judges - T S Sinnathuray and Abdul Wahab Ghows - were appointed to hear the case.
