Policeman’s hand severed in Kepong machete attack

Yesterday afternoon, a gruesome machete attack in Kepong left a policeman's right hand severed. Selangor police chief Shazeli Kahar reported several firefighters and health ministry personnel also suffered minor injuries. The incident unfolded at a residential property in Desa Aman Puri, Kepong, when police received a call around 4pm about an unstable man acting aggressively.

A team comprising police, fire and rescue department, and health ministry personnel responded to the scene. Upon breaking down the door, they were confronted by the suspect wielding two machetes. A 26-year-old lance corporal from Gombak district's mobile patrol vehicle unit lost his hand in the attack, enduring additional injuries to his head and body. Several firefighters and health ministry personnel also sustained minor injuries during the chaos.

The suspect managed to flee but was apprehended at a nearby playground at 8pm, according to Shazeli Kahar. At a press conference held at Selayang Hospital, Kahar informed the public about the suspect's violent attack on the police officers attempting to apprehend him. In a desperate bid to subdue the suspect, the officers fired several shots. Tragically, the suspect succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital.

The injured policeman was immediately taken to Selayang Hospital and subsequently transferred to Kuala Lumpur Hospital for urgent surgery. Medical reports indicate that he is currently in stable condition, recovering from the traumatic ordeal.