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Free Malaysia Today
03-06-2025
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- Free Malaysia Today
‘Datuk Seri' turns himself in after alleged pistol-whipping of woman in Penang
Timur Laut police chief Abdul Rozak Muhammad said the case is being investigated for voluntarily causing hurt using a dangerous weapon and carrying a firearm while drunk. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : A man with a 'Datuk Seri' title has been arrested by police in George Town, Penang, on suspicion of pistol-whipping a woman motorist on Sunday. Timur Laut police chief Abdul Rozak Muhammad said the 28-year-old victim, a saleswoman, lodged a report over the incident which allegedly took place while she was driving on Jalan Kelawei at 2.30am on Sunday. The incident is believed to have stemmed from a misunderstanding between the suspect and victim, Buletin TV3 reported Rozak as saying. He added that the suspect, 41, was arrested at 9.30am today after turning himself in at the district police headquarters. 'The victim suffered severe injuries to her nose and eyes after being struck by the suspect with the pistol's handle. 'Police have seized a pistol, its magazine and the man's licence for possession of the firearm and ammunition,' said Rozak. The case is being investigated under Section 326 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt using a dangerous weapon and Section 34 of the Arms Act 1960 for carrying a firearm while drunk. The victim was said to be driving towards Tanjung Tokong with two friends when her car skidded and veered into the middle lane before continuing to drive. She then realised she was being tailed by a black Mercedes Benz, which later overtook her and blocked her in front of a petrol station on Jalan Kelawai. The suspect then allegedly placed his pistol into the victim's mouth before striking her several times with the weapon. In her police report, the victim claimed her assailant was drunk.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Teen accused of pistol-whipping another at Deltona park; gun linked to car break-ins, deputies say
The Brief A 15-year-old was arrested for pistol-whipping a teen during a fight at Dewey Boster Park. The gun used was stolen during a prior car burglary linked to the same suspect. He now faces multiple felony charges, including aggravated battery and armed burglary. ORLANDO, Fla. - Volusia Sheriff's deputies arrested a 15-year-old boy after he allegedly pistol-whipped another at a Deltona park during an altercation. What we know A 15-year-old boy was arrested by Volusia County Sheriff's deputies after allegedly pistol-whipping another teen during a confrontation at Dewey Boster Park in Deltona on Wednesday, May 28. According to authorities, the victim had been at the park with his girlfriend when a group of teens approached, seeking to fight over a prior school-related dispute. During the altercation, the suspect reportedly pulled a 9mm handgun and struck the victim on the side of the head before engaging in a physical fight. Surveillance footage obtained from the park confirmed details of the altercation. The teen was arrested the following day at his Deltona home. Deputies recovered the firearm — hidden inside a crossbody bag in the garage of a friend's house — and later linked it to a car burglary that occurred weeks earlier. What we don't know Investigators have not yet identified the other teens involved. It's also unclear whether charges will be filed against any additional individuals or how the group confrontation was organized. Authorities have not disclosed whether the suspect has any prior criminal history or whether he will be charged as an adult. The backstory The incident stems from an ongoing conflict that reportedly began at school and spilled into a public setting. The victim told deputies that the confrontation escalated when the suspect and others confronted him at the park. The fight quickly turned violent with the use of a firearm — later determined to be stolen — intensifying the charges. Big picture view The fact that the weapon used was possibly linked to a previous armed car burglary and theft underscores broader issues of stolen guns ending up in the hands of teens. What they're saying The Volusia County Sheriff's Office confirmed the arrest in a statement, emphasizing that detectives "continue to investigate this case, including interviews with other juveniles and a search warrant." STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
