By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Nov 1: A man has been charged in court for his involvement in the arson of an Immigration Department vehicle that took place in Jalan Pending on October 23, 2024.
In a statement today, Kuching District Police Chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the man is being charged under Section 435 of the Penal Code (mischief by fire) at the Kuching Sessions Court, which provides for a prison sentence of up to 14 years and may also include a fine.
However, another man is still required to assist in the investigation of the same case.
The man is identified as Nasarudin Abu Bakar, 42.
“I am appealing to the public to come forward with any information regarding this individual by contacting the Kuching IPD Control Center at 082-24444, visiting the nearest police station, or directly reaching out to the investigating officer, Inspector Tengku Mu’izz Farizzul Tengku Mohamud, at 016-8930607.
“The public is also advised not to engage in any unlawful activities, as strict action will be taken against those who act outside the bounds of the law,” he said. – DayakDaily