Woman in Tanjong Tokong was knocked unconscious and robbed, no evidence of rape, say cops


GEORGE TOWN: A foreign woman was attacked and robbed in Tanjong Tokong here on Sunday (Sept 12) but no evidence of rape was found, contrary to claims on social media, say police.

George Town OCPD Asst Comm Soffian Santong said investigations are ongoing and the woman, who is in her 20s, was recovering from her injuries in hospital.

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