Datin, 71, attacked by niece with golf club
BATU PAHAT: A 71-year-old woman was allegedly attacked by her niece with a golf club during a robbery attempt at her home in Parit Raja yesterday.
Batu Pahat witnessed a violent incident where a 71-year-old woman was allegedly assaulted by her 28-year-old niece with a golf club during a robbery attempt at the woman's home. The suspect was held for five days to aid investigations under Section 394 of the Penal Code, which pertains to causing hurt while attempting to commit robbery.
The attack took place at 3:10 pm when the victim, who was home alone, was struck on the head and both wrists by the golf club belonging to her deceased husband. The victim's screams for help led the suspect to flee with the golf club. Neighbors, upon hearing her cries, rushed to the scene and alerted the police. The injured victim was taken to Sultanah Nora Ismail Hospital, suffering from injuries to her head, face, shoulder, and wrists.
The suspect admitted to her actions, and a urine test yielded no traces of prohibited substances. Assistant Commissioner Shahrulanuar Mushaddat Abdullah Sani of the district police confirmed the incident and stated that the investigation was ongoing.
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