Four Bukit Indah houses set ablaze in Molotov cocktail attacks


ISKANDAR PUTERI: Police have received reports of four houses in Bukit Indah here that were set ablaze in Molotov cocktail attacks.

In a statement on Monday (May 11), the Iskandar Puteri police headquarters said investigations are being carried out under Section 5(2) of the Moneylenders Act 1951 and Section 435 of the Penal Code.

Meanwhile, Iskandar Puteri MP Liew Chin Tong visited the scene of the incident.

The attacks are believed to have been carried out by an Ah Long syndicate from Singapore.

Liew expressed his appreciation to police for their swift action upon receiving the report.

The Perling state assemblyman also expressed support for the residents' initiative to enhance safety.

He added that welfare assistance will be channelled to those affected. – Bernama

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