KOTA BHARU, Sept 12 — A 36-year-old man was arrested yesterday for the alleged sexual assault of a six-year-old girl at a playground in Pantai Irama, Bachok.
Bachok deputy police chief, DSP Mohd Azrie Sulaiman, said that the incident occurred at approximately 6.20 pm and was recorded by a member of the public.
The suspect, who was reportedly wearing a cartoon costume, was observed hugging, kissing, and inappropriately touching the victim.
The victim was immediately taken to a hospital for a medical examination, which confirmed that no physical injuries were sustained.
“Initial screening tests found the suspect positive for methamphetamine, and he has multiple prior criminal records. The case is being investigated under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017.
The suspect has been remanded for seven days from today until Sept 18 for further investigation,” he said in a statement today.
Mohd Azrie urged the public to monitor their children’s movements and report any suspicious behaviour immediately. — Bernama
