BINTULU: Two local men, who are allegedly involved in an armed gang robbery, were arrested yesterday (Apr 16) following a chase that led the police to the roof of a shophouse at Pasar Lama area.
Bintulu police chief Supt Nixon Joshua Ali said the suspects were involved in a gang robbery wielding machetes in Balingian, Mukah.
“The suspects sought refuge in a budget hotel in Pasar Lama after fleeing from the scene.
“In a video clip that went viral, the suspects were arrested by Mukah and Bintulu Criminal Investigation Division (CID) personnel to facilitate investigations into the Balingian incident,” he said in a statement.
He said the victim had lodged a police report in Balingian. The case is being investigated under Section 395/397 of the Penal Code for gang robbery.
Nixon advised the public not to speculate on the case as it may interfere in police investigations.
Should anyone have information on criminal activities, they can lodge a report at the nearest police station or contact the Bintulu police operations centre at 086-318304.
