AFTER 17 years, police finally apprehended a 42-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of a man in Beverly Hills, Penampang.
The suspect was arrested at a residence in Kolombong, Inanam, Kota Kinabalu, on October 22, following ongoing investigative and tracking efforts by the police.
Acting Penampang District Police Chief, Assistant Superintendent Arisanti Aziz, stated that the arrest was made to assist in the investigation into the death of the man, which occurred on April 11, 2009.
According to her, the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code.
If convicted, the accused faces the death penalty or a prison sentence of between 30 and 40 years.
If the death penalty is not imposed, the offender must also be subjected to a minimum of 12 strokes of the cane, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the law.
Arisanti stated that the successful arrest of the suspect demonstrates the commitment of the police in combating crime and ensuring that individuals suspected of involvement in serious offences are tracked down and brought to justice. – October 24, 2026