Man with 33 criminal, drug records arrested over glue tin attack on elderly man in Segamat

A 70-year-old man suffered a forehead injury following a glue tin attack outside a business in Segamat, according to Sinar Harian. The attack occurred after an altercation between the victim and the suspect, who allegedly made a commotion outside the premises. The suspect allegedly struck the elderly man with the tin, causing a cut to his forehead, before fleeing the scene.

Police arrested a 40-year-old local man, who has 33 prior criminal and drug-related offenses, based on intelligence gathered. The suspect admitted to his involvement during questioning. Police seized the glue tin, clothing, and conducted a urine test, which came back negative for drugs. The incident is under investigation for assault under Section 324 of the Penal Code, with police seeking a remand order to continue their inquiries.