JOHOR BARU: Former Johor Bersatu associate chief Datuk Tan Lek Khang, who was seriously injured after allegedly shooting himself in the chest on April 28, regained consciousness on Saturday (May 9).
His friend and former information chief of the party wing, Peter Khoo Kong Ek confirmed that Tan, who is still receiving treatment at a hospital here, may need to undergo another follow-up surgery.
"He has regained consciousness, but is still weak although he is able to speak a little," he said on Sunday.
Tan, who is also a businessman, was admitted to the intensive care unit of the Sultan Ismail Hospital after undergoing a four-hour operation to remove the bullet.
Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad was previously reported as saying that Tan was believed to have accidentally shot himself while unloading his pistol after a shooting practice session at the Ladang Rem Shooting Range in Kota Tinggi.
Tan is said to have held a valid firearm licence since 2022 for personal security and shooting sports purposes.
Statements from nine witnesses who were at the scene have also been recorded to assist investigations, including from five bodyguards, the victim's 19-year-old stepson, an instructor and two of the victim's friends. - Bernama
