Man suffers severe burns after alleged acid splash in Gua Musang
GUA MUSANG: A 63-year-old man suffered severe burns after he was allegedly splashed with a liquid believed to be rubber acid at his home in Kampung Bertam Baru here early today.
In Gua Musang, a 63-year-old man sustained severe burns following an alleged acid attack at his residence in Kampung Bertam Baru. The incident occurred early in the morning when the victim was asleep at home. Gua Musang district police chief, Superintendent Sik Choon Foo, reported that police were alerted to the event at 2:14am.
The source indicates that the incident may have arisen from a domestic dispute. Following the attack, the victim sought assistance from a neighbor who subsequently transported him to the Bertam Health Clinic for medical attention. The victim is currently receiving treatment at Hospital Raja Perempuan Zainab II in Kota Baru. Superintendant Sik disclosed that the victim's spouse, a 33-year-old woman, has been apprehended by the police in relation to the case.
The police are continuing their investigation, which includes gathering witness statements and examining the scene. The case is being handled under Section 326 of the Penal Code, which pertains to causing grievous harm by dangerous means.
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