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Myanmar national who fell from Batu Lanchang flyover had prior arrest record
Police have identified the man who fell from the Batu Lanchang flyover as a Myanmar national with a previous arrest history. Timur Laut police said he was suspected of house trespassing and lacked valid travel documents.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Myanmar national who fell from the Batu Lanchang flyover had been arrested previously, according to Timur Laut police. Investigators revealed the man was suspected of house trespassing and did not possess valid travel documentation at the time of the incident.
The details emerged as police investigated the circumstances surrounding the fall from the elevated structure. The previous arrest record and immigration status issues have become focal points in understanding the events leading up to the accident.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident. Police have not yet released additional details regarding the exact circumstances of how the man came to fall from the flyover or his current condition following the fall.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about immigration compliance and public safety at major traffic infrastructure points in the region. Timur Laut police said further updates would be provided as the investigation progresses.