Labuan: Police have arrested a 34-year-old Indian national in connection with a brutal domestic violence incident that left his wife and 10-year-old son seriously injured in Kampung Tanjung Aru early yesterday morning.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Labuan deputy police chief DSP Robin @ Ridzuan Ismail reported that the incident occurred at about 1.25 am, following a heated argument between the suspect and his 38-year-old wife. The suspect allegedly struck his wife with a glass liquor bottle, causing injuries to her nose, mouth, and the back of her head.

Their son, who attempted to intervene, suffered a severe laceration to his left cheek. Both victims are currently receiving treatment at Labuan Hospital. The Criminal Investigation Department team from the Labuan district police headquarters apprehended the suspect at 8 pm on the same day.

The suspect has been remanded until August 13 to assist in investigations. The case is being investigated under Section 326 of the Penal Code for causing grievous hurt, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years' imprisonment, a fine, or whipping upon conviction.

Robin emphasized that Labuan police take all forms of domestic violence seriously and will not compromise when dealing with crimes involving physical abuse against women and children.