Cops seeking trio who attacked Myanmar national in Menglembu

IPOH: A 44-year-old Myanmar national sustained injuries to his head and hands after three local men hit him using a chair and stick in Menglembu near here.

Ipoh OCPD Asst Comm Yahaya Hassan said the incident occurred around 6.20pm on Friday (Sept 16) at an eatery at Bandar Baru Menglembu.

"We have identified the three suspects and the police are tracking them. Police personnel went to their houses but they were not at home. We are also requesting witnesses to come forward to assist us," he said.

The case he said is being investigated under Section 324 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt using a weapon.

Those with information can contact the investigating officer Insp Amy Crystal Barahen at 014-390 9719.