Robber drops gun and misfires after failed clinic robbery in JB, Malaysia News
It occurred at around 7pm in the Seri Alam area, Malay Mail reported.
Initial investigations suggest that the male suspect had entered the clinic and allegedly pointed a pistol at the victims, demanding cash, Seri Alam district police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Sohaimi Ishak said.
There were no patients in the clinic at the time, and only the doctor and her family were present, The Star reported on Monday.
"During the incident, the suspect fired a single shot outside the premises before fleeing the scene on a motorcycle," ACP Sohaimi said, adding that no injuries to the victims were reported.
In security camera footage shared on social media, the purported gunman can be seen taking a tumble off his motorcycle outside the clinic.
The weapon then falls out of his hands, reportedly discharging a round, New Straits Times reported.
He then scrambles to his feet, cocking his weapon before holstering it, gets on his motorcycle and flees.
Police are still looking for the suspect, according to The Star.
The case is also being investigated for the use or possession of firearms during a robbery, Harian Metro reported.
If found guilty, the suspect may receive the death penalty, life imprisonment or whipping.
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