Police have arrested three relatives aged between 28 and 34 following the death of a man in his 60s who was allegedly assaulted in Seremban, a case brought to light by a viral TikTok video.
SEREMBAN: Three people, including a man and two women, have been arrested to assist in investigations into the death of an elderly man who was allegedly beaten to death here.
Negeri Sembilan Police Chief Datuk Alzafny Ahmad said the suspects, aged between 28 and 34, were related to the victim, who was in his 60s.
“Today, police received a report about a video that went viral on TikTok showing an elderly man in his 60s being abused by several individuals. The victim was found dead yesterday.
“Following this, police conducted an investigation and arrested the three individuals. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code,” he said in a statement today.
Alzafny said police also seized several items believed to be linked to the incident, including a rubber hose allegedly used to assault the victim, a wheelchair, a mobile phone and clothing.
He advised the public against speculating about the incident, as this could hamper investigations, adding that firm action without compromise would be taken against anyone involved.
