6 nabbed over parang attack at Jelutong temple, 2 others still at large
Six men were arrested in Penang, Malaysia, following a violent parang attack at a Chinese temple that left two people seriously injured. Police believe the incident was motivated by a prior misunderstanding and are currently searching for two additional suspects.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding violent crime and gang-related activity in local communities, prompting a swift police response.
Share Police seize a parang, vehicles, and other items linked to the attack that left two men seriously injured. Penang police chief Dennis Lim said the incident likely stemmed from a misunderstanding between one of the victims and the suspects at another location. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Six men have been arrested in connection with a parang attack at a Chinese temple in Jelutong, Penang, on Sunday that left two men seriously injured. Penang police chief Dennis Lim said the suspects, aged between 26 and 38, were arrested on the same day in the northeast district of the island.
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