By Shikin Louis
KOTA SAMARAHAN, July 21: The police have arrested a 52-year-old man believed to be the same man depicted in a video that went viral for hitting public vehicles with a stick in front of Bucida Resident recently.
Kota Samarahan district police chief DSP Jaimi Husin said the suspect was arrested at Jalan Chai Chon, Kampung Kuap, around 2.25pm yesterday (July 20).
The police have also confiscated a wooden stick believed to be the weapon used by the suspect at the crime scene.
“We have obtained statements from local witnesses stating that the suspect has mental problems.
“The police have referred the suspect to Kota Sentosa Hospital for verification purposes and to receive further treatment, if necessary,” he said in a statement.
Jaimi also said the investigation paper will be referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor for further instruction.
On July 19, Jaimi informed that the police had received a report lodged by a woman who had been the victim of the incident.
The woman was allegedly driving through the road when the suspect suddenly hit her car with the stick, causing damage to the left rear lamp involving a repair cost of RM1,200.
The case was being investigated under Section 427 of the Penal Code for committing mischief resulting in loss or damage. — DayakDaily
