Man hurt in parang attack over RM60 dispute
A DISPUTE in Beaufort, Sabah over just RM60 escalated into a parang attack that left a man injured in the head and thumb in Kampung Kelansatan, Kuala Penyu, on Monday. Police arrested a 64-year-old local man in the area following the incident and sei...
A dispute over RM60 in Beaufort, Sabah intensified into a violent parang attack, leaving a man with injuries to his head and thumb. The incident occurred in Kampung Kelansatan, Kuala Penyu on Monday. The 64-year-old suspect was subsequently arrested by the police. Along with the arrest, authorities seized a 70cm parang which they believe was the weapon used in the attack.
Superintendent Champin Piuh, the Beaufort district police chief, stated that the incident was over a payment dispute between the victim and the suspect. Following the arrest, the victim received medical treatment and is reported to be in stable condition. The suspect is currently under investigation under Section 326 of the Penal Code for causing hurt with a weapon or dangerous object.
The police chief urged the public to resolve disputes amicably and avoid actions that could lead to fights and injuries. He also advised against excessive consumption of intoxicating drinks as it can impair judgement and increase the risk of undesirable incidents. The event took place on September 27, 2026.
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