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Two men remanded over firebombing at Kuching convenience store
Police in Sarawak have remanded two men aged 40 and 23 on suspicion of attacking a convenience store outlet in Kuching. The pair are believed responsible for an incident on Sunday that resulted in explosions and a fire at the premises.
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The two suspects are currently in police custody following their arrest in connection with the Sunday attack on the convenience store. Investigators allege that the men threw an object into the outlet, triggering two successive explosions that sparked a fire at the location.
The incident has prompted a swift police response in Kuching, with officers moving quickly to apprehend the suspects. The remand order allows authorities to conduct further investigations into the nature of the object used in the attack and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Details regarding potential motives for the attack remain under investigation. The Sarawak police force has not yet released information about the extent of damage caused by the explosions and fire, or whether there were any injuries sustained during the incident.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in commercial areas. Police have indicated they will continue their inquiries to establish a complete timeline of events and determine whether additional charges will be filed against the suspects.