Gagal keluar wang, lelaki guna parang rosakkan mesin ATM, cederakan pemuda

On the night of December 11 around 12:05, a 38-year-old man caused significant damage to five bank machines in Sarikei, using a knife, after struggling to withdraw cash from an ATM. The incident occurred near the Jalan Masjid Lama, according to Sarikei Police Chief Aswandy Anis. The suspect is believed to have acted under the influence of alcohol and drugs, as initial investigations revealed he was intoxicated and tested positive for ketamine and benzodiazepine.

Following the attack, the suspect allegedly fled the scene by driving a Toyota Hilux against oncoming traffic, and he unlawfully crossed the road in Jalan Masjid Lama. A 21-year-old youth suffered a left hand injury when he tried to stop the perpetrator. The victim was taken to Sarikei Hospital for further treatment.

The suspect surrendered at Sarikei Police Station and police also seized the knife and a knife believed to have been used in the incident. Initial tests showed the suspect was positive for ketamine and benzodiazepine, and no prior criminal record was found. The case will be investigated under Sections 427 and 326 of the Penal Code, Section 45(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.