Pasir Mas: Police have arrested a man for stabbing his 11-year-old son in Kampung Banggol Che Dol near Pasir Mas this morning. Pasir Mas district police chief ACP Kama Azural Mohamed stated that the police learned of the incident through a public complaint lodged at 9.08 am shortly after the man stabbed his son twice in the chest and once in the abdomen with a knife.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the incident is believed to have been caused by a domestic crisis, as the suspect is undergoing a third divorce proceeding with his wife. ACP Kama Azural Mohamed mentioned that the victim is being treated at Pasir Mas Hospital and will be referred to Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospital in Kota Bharu for further treatment. The suspect, who has a history of mental issues, is currently held at the Pasir Mas Police Station lockup.
He further stated that a remand application will be submitted at the Kota Bharu Magistrate's Court to facilitate investigations under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. He also cautioned the public against making speculations that could disrupt the investigation.
For any information related to this case, the public is encouraged to contact the investigating officer, ASP Wan Noraida Wan Hamat, at 09-793 2222.