KUCHING (ANN/THE STAR) – Police are actively seeking seven individuals in connection with the gruesome murder of a 22-year-old man who was hacked to death in his apartment in Kota Sentosa, Kuching, Sarawak, early Monday morning. The suspects also vandalised the victim’s vehicle in the parking lot.
Padawan District Police Chief Superintendent Mohamad Iwan Hafiz Md Radzi confirmed that three suspects, aged between 21 and 25, have been arrested in the Kota Sentosa area around noon on Monday. The suspects are expected to be brought to court Tuesdat to facilitate a remand application for further investigation.
“We are continuing our efforts to locate seven other individuals believed to be involved in the case,” he said.
The crime is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder, which carries the death penalty upon conviction.
The incident occurred around 5am near an apartment close to the residential quarters of a military camp. The victim’s bloodied body was discovered in a kneeling position inside the unit, with injuries consistent with being attacked by sharp weapons.
According to reports, a group of at least 12 men armed with samurai swords and machetes stormed the apartment to carry out the attack. They also smashed the victim’s SUV parked outside.
The victim, known for flaunting a lavish lifestyle on social media, had posted images of luxury cars, including a Ferrari, as well as expensive clothing and watches.
Police investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind the attack and to apprehend the remaining suspects.
