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14 suspects detained over death of teenager accused of motorcycle theft
Police have remanded 14 suspects aged 16 to 24 following the discovery of a body near a golf club in Perlis. Authorities are investigating whether the death was linked to an alleged motorcycle theft.
LSN Malaysia ·
A total of 14 suspects, ranging in age from 16 to 24 years old, have been remanded in custody as investigations continue into a death discovered near Jalan Harvard Gold Club in Gurun on Thursday.
The body was found in circumstances that have prompted police to examine whether the teenager's death was connected to an allegation involving a stolen motorcycle. The discovery triggered a rapid police response, leading to the detention of multiple individuals for questioning.
The age range of those remanded—spanning from minors to young adults—suggests the incident may have involved a group dynamic. Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the specific roles of individual suspects or the exact circumstances surrounding the death.
Investigations are ongoing as police work to establish a clear timeline of events and determine the circumstances that led to the discovery. The case highlights concerns about youth violence and criminal activity in the northern region.