Cops arrest five men after video of alleged armed assault in Petaling Jaya goes viral
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 — Police have arrested five men, aged between 30 and 40, on suspicion of being involved in an...
On Friday night, five men between the ages of 30 and 40 were arrested in Petaling Jaya on suspicion of attacking a man with dangerous weapons, according to police. The incident reportedly occurred at 1:03 am local time, as reported to the Petaling Jaya District Police Headquarters by a local man. Police seized a machete and a saw during the arrests, which they believe were used in the attack.
Among the arrested suspects, three have a history of criminal and drug offences, while the other two have no prior criminal records. The case is being investigated under Section 148 of the Penal Code, which pertains to possessing weapons or dangerous objects during a riot. Authorities have warned the public not to spread misinformation or make speculative claims about the incident.
Police are urging witnesses with relevant information to come forward to the nearest police station or the Petaling Jaya IPD operations room at 03-79662222 to assist with the investigation.
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