KOTA BELUD: Police have arrested six men following a scuffle during a football match at Padang Dudan, Kampung Piasau, which circulated widely on social media on Sunday.
The suspects, aged between 24 and 42, were detained around 12.10am on Monday to assist in the investigation.
Kota Belud Police Chief Superintendent Shahrudin Mat Husain said the incident was reported to police at 4.30pm on Sunday and involved supporters from both teams.
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Police have urged the public not to speculate and advised anyone with information to contact IPD Kota Belud or Investigating Officer Inspector Christina Edris at 014-3574148.