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KUCHING, Aug 24: Police have identified a third person of interest to assist in the investigation into a scuffle in Matang on Aug 21 (Monday).
In a press statement today, Acting Padawan District Police Chief DSP Lim Jaw Shyong urged the public with information regarding Muhammad Aiman Yusri of Jalan Bungai Midin, Kampung Semerah Padi, Kuching to come forth.
He said information may be channeled directly to the Head of the Padawan District Investigation Division ASP Sylvarius at 013-8637241 or Investigating Officer Inspector Nyaum Ringkai at 0166793703.
So far, five suspects have been arrested in connection with the case which is being investigated under Sections 326 and 148 of the Penal Code.
On Aug 21, the 30-year-old victim was having dinner with his girlfriend at an eatery in Matang when five men approached him.
The suspects accused him of an unpaid debt, which the victim denied. He was then beaten with a hockey stick before he was attacked with a machete.
The suspects then fled the scene while the victim was rushed to Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) for further treatment.
The victim sustained several injuries on his body and legs. On Aug 22, the police confirmed that he was in stable condition.
Apart from Muhammad Aiman, the police are on the hunt for Affidi@Adi Jamani, 34, and Suhaimi Pimping Jamani, 28. — DayakDaily
