A 67-YEAR-OLD elderly man died after allegedly being repeatedly struck with a blunt object on his arms, head, and face during an incident in Permas Jaya in Johor Bahru yesterday evening.
The victim, a local man, was found lying on the ground covered in blood.
Police subsequently arrested a 47-year-old local man believed to be involved in the incident.
Deputy South Johor Bahru District Police Chief, Superintendent Ng Swie Chait, said police received a report from a member of the public regarding the incident at 4:54 pm.
According to him, the suspect was arrested about an hour later, at 6 pm, in front of an eatery in Bandar Baru Permas Jaya.
“The police also seized a metal cane and a portrait to assist with the investigation.
“A background check revealed that the suspect has two prior records involving criminal and drug-related offences; however, a urine test returned negative for drugs,” he said in a statement today.
He added that the suspect has been remanded for seven days, starting today, to facilitate an investigation under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
He further noted that the motive and the circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation.
Members of the public with information regarding the incident are urged to contact 07-2182323 to assist with the investigation. — October 16, 2026