Tawau police arrest 14 boys after playground fight with weapons goes viral on social media

Tawau police have apprehended 14 young male students in relation to a violent altercation that involved weapons at Taman Ambar Playground on Monday. The Criminal Investigation Division of the Tawau District Police arrested the suspects, ranging in age from 12 to 14, as part of the ongoing investigation. The incident sparked after a misunderstanding between two students, leading to a brawl that involved multiple individuals.

A viral video captured the event, which aided police in identifying the perpetrators and their roles. Police seized a mobile phone and a black bicycle, which are believed to be connected to the case.

The investigation is being conducted under Section 148 of the Penal Code and Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63. Police are working to determine each arrested individual's involvement and role. They are also gathering original video recordings, witness statements, and detainees' statements. The victim's medical report is awaited, and the police are collaborating with the school authorities and the Tawau District Education Office.

Rosdi Mat Jusoh, Tawau District Police Chief, urged the public to come forward with any information about the incident by contacting Insp Robiatul Adawiyah Japri at 016-918 9402 or visiting the nearest police station. He emphasized that any act of rioting, attacking others, or using objects as weapons is a serious offense, and stressed the importance of parents monitoring their children's associations and behavior.

Students were reminded not to engage in fights, provoke others, or join groups that could lead to criminal activities.