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Man with extensive criminal history arrested for attacking elderly resident in Segamat
A suspect with 33 prior criminal and drug convictions was taken into custody following an assault on a 70-year-old man in Segamat. The elderly victim sustained a head injury during the incident.
LSN Malaysia ·
SEGAMAT — Police have arrested a man with an extensive criminal record in connection with an assault on an elderly resident in this Johor town. The 70-year-old victim was struck with a tin container, resulting in a forehead wound requiring medical attention.
The suspect, who has 33 previous convictions related to criminal and drug offences, was apprehended following the incident. Investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances that led to the attack.
The case has been classified as voluntarily causing hurt, according to police reports. Authorities are examining whether the assault was premeditated or occurred due to a spontaneous altercation.
The victim received treatment for his injuries and is reported to be in stable condition. Police have urged anyone with information about similar incidents to come forward and assist with their investigations.