Graphic artist Fahmi Reza is expected to be released from lock-up this evening following his arrest in connection with his drawing of a cartoon chimpanzee dressed like a sultan.

His lawyer Rajsurian Pillai said registrar Fatin Hamim denied a request for a four-day remand order against Fahmi, who is being held at the Dang Wangi district police station lock-up.

"The Investigating Officer requested for four-day remand...