Tangkak police are tracking three suspects in a machete attack that killed a 38-year-old man near an eatery in Bukit Kangkar, Sungai Mati
TANGKAK: Police have launched a manhunt for three suspects following a fatal slashing incident in Bukit Kangkar, Sungai Mati.
The 38-year-old victim was attacked near an eatery at about 7.40 pm yesterday.
He subsequently fled to the vicinity of a house at Batu 9, where he was again attacked by the three suspects armed with machetes.
The suspects then fled the scene in a white saloon car.
Tangkak Police Chief Supt Roslan Mohd Talib said the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
“We urge any individuals with information regarding the incident to come forward,” he said in a statement today.
Information can be channelled to the investigating officer, ASP Sharidathul Aflaha, at 019-269 9573.
It can also be reported to the Tangkak District Police Headquarters at 06-978 1222 or any nearby police station.
