Wakaf bharu: Police have denied allegations that no action was taken over a viral social media post involving a man being assaulted by a group in Wakaf Bharu.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Tumpat District Police Chief ACP Mohd Khairi Shafie stated that a 36-year-old male suspect will be charged at the Tumpat Magistrate's Court on April 19. The charge against him will be framed under Section 334 of the Penal Code.

Mohd Khairi elaborated that police received a report on the incident on April 1 at 12.45 am, classifying the case under Section 147 of the Penal Code. Initial investigations revealed that the incident began as a family dispute, which escalated into a fight involving both parties, with each sustaining injuries.

A total of 11 individuals, aged between 18 and 67, were arrested to assist in the investigations. All the individuals have been released on police bail after the completion of investigations.

Mohd Khairi emphasized that appropriate action had been taken against those involved in the incident. He assured that investigations were conducted in a transparent, professional, and thorough manner to ensure justice for all parties involved.