By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Oct 31: Police have arrested three individuals believed to be involved in an assault on a man along Jalan Petanak here on Oct 18, following the circulation of a video showing the incident on social media.
In a statement, Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said that a report was received on Oct 29 after a video of the incident—showing a man being assaulted by another man—went viral on social media.
The case is being investigated under Section 325 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt using a weapon or dangerous means, an offence punishable by imprisonment of up to 10 years, a fine, or both.
“Members of the public are advised against making any speculation or spreading unverified information regarding the incident,” he said in a statement.
He also advised the public against any acts that could injure others.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to assist in the investigation by contacting the Kuching District Police Headquarters at 082-244444 or the investigating officer, Sgt Mancha, at 019-5958260. — DayakDaily
