Cockle farm clash: Four men arrested over gang scuffle at jetty
The gang fight resulted in four men arrested for rioting, with some sustaining injuries.
Earlier, the cockle farmer saw several men walking onto his farm and summoned friends to confront the alleged trespassers. The heated verbal exchange then turned into a violent two-group brawl on the jetty.
District police chief Superintendent Mohammad Shofee Tayib said the 5.37pm gang fight was sparked when the farm owner allegedly took matters into his own hands by summoning friends to confront a group of alleged trespassers.
In retaliation, the trespassers allegedly called in reinforcements, escalating the confrontation into a physical altercation.
Following a distress call, police rushed to the scene and arrested four men aged between 28 and 38.
The case is being investigated under Section 147 and Section 325 of the Penal Code, which deal with rioting and causing grievous hurt.
If convicted, the suspects face up to two years in jail or a RM10,000 fine for rioting, and up to seven years in prison and a fine for causing injury.
Shofee said police would not tolerate any act of violence or public disorder that threatens peace and safety.
He urged the public not to share unverified videos or claims about the incident and to come forward with information that may aid the investigation.
Those with details are advised to contact the its hotline at 07-687 1222.
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