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Three young Myanmar nationals deny intimidating elderly woman in Penang
Three Myanmar boys aged 11 and 12 have pleaded not guilty to charges of criminal intimidation against a 71-year-old woman in Bukit Mertajam. The incident allegedly involved threats with a mop, metal rod, and stones.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — Three Myanmar nationals, aged 11 and 12, entered not guilty pleas in court today to charges of criminally intimidating a 71-year-old woman in Bukit Mertajam, Penang. The alleged incident reportedly involved the boys threatening the elderly victim with various objects. The youths face charges under provisions related to criminal intimidation and are scheduled for further court proceedings. Details surrounding the circumstances of the alleged confrontation remain under investigation. The case highlights ongoing concerns about youth involvement in criminal matters and cross-border law enforcement issues affecting the region.