Five more nabbed over Butterworth slashing incident
Acting Seberang Prai Utara police chief Superintendent C. Tharmalingam said the five suspects, in their 30s, were arrested separately in the state yesterday and taken to court for a remand order.
"So far, seven men have been detained to assist in the investigation, including two suspects arrested last Friday.
"Investigations are ongoing and police believe their arrest will help in solving the case.
"The victim, a 41-year-old man, does not know why he was attacked and slashed with machetes by the group nor does he recognise them," he said today.
Tharmalingam said police were working to identify the motive behind the incident, including tracking down the mastermind.
The case is being investigated under Section 326 of the Penal Code.
Those with any information on the incident should contact investigating officer Inspector Irwan Shah at 04-576 2222 (extension 2275) or go to the nearest police station.
In the 7.20pm incident, the victim and a male friend was heading to a restaurant for a meal.
As the victim opened his car door to go to the restaurant, he was attacked from behind by a masked suspect.
The victim tried to flee, but was hit by a car driven by the suspects, causing him to fall.
Three men attacked the victim with machetes.
The victim sought treatment at a private clinic, then was transferred to a hospital.
Police arrested two men in their 30s hours after the attack.
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