Petaling Jaya:A man injured in a police shooting during a viral incident in Petaling Jaya has a history of 10 previous offences, with drugs and a toy gun resembling a pistol found at the scene.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Petaling Jaya district police chief ACP Shamsudin Mamat stated that six of the man's prior records were drug-related, while the remaining four were for other criminal offences. A urine screening has not yet been conducted as the suspect, who is in his 30s, is still receiving medical treatment. The investigation is also focusing on why the suspect attempted to flee from police officers.

The incident, which involved a car being driven dangerously in an attempt to escape police in Petaling Jaya, was captured in a video that went viral on social media. Police were alerted to the incident at 6.42 pm, involving a patrol car and a Proton Wira traveling from Persiaran Mahogani towards Sungai Buloh.

During the incident, the suspect was apprehended and sustained injuries from shots fired by the police. A patrol officer was also injured and required hospital treatment. The case is under investigation for obstructing a public servant and reckless driving, among other charges under various sections of the Penal Code and the Dangerous Drugs Act.

An application for a remand order against the suspect will be submitted at the University of Malaya Medical Centre. The police chief urged the public to refrain from spreading inaccurate information or making speculations about the incident on social media. Witnesses are encouraged to provide information by contacting the Petaling Jaya district police headquarters.