Police hunt for suspects in molotov cocktail attack in Pantai Remis
PERAK police are actively searching for three suspects involved in a Molotov cocktail attack at a house in Taman Bintang, Pantai Remis, early yesterday morning.
Manjung District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Hasbullah Abd Rahman, said the attack, which occurred at around 3:08 a.m, saw nine Molotov cocktails thrown at the victim’s house.
The attack caused significant fire damage to a Honda HR-V and a Yamaha LC motorcycle parked on the premises.
“Three suspects were seen in a white Toyota Altis wearing face masks during the attack,” he said in a statement today.
He added that the victim’s father noticed the fire and rushed out, shouting at the suspects, who immediately fled the scene. The father managed to extinguish the fire before further damage could occur.
Further investigation revealed five pieces of paper with Chinese writing outside the house, demanding repayment of a debt.
However, the victim denied having any involvement with unlicensed money lending (loan sharks) or holding any grudges.
The case is being investigated under Section 435 of the Penal Code for mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to cause damage.
Hasbullah urged anyone with information about the incident to contact the Investigating Officer, Inspector Amir Hafiz Mohd Rosli, at 011-24057360, or the District Police Operations Room at 05-688 6222 to assist with the investigation. – FocusM Oct 6, 2024
