M'sia man, 39, arrested for sword attack at Cameron Highlands temple

Malaysian police have arrested a 39-year-old man for allegedly using a sword to injure a victim at a Cameron Highlands temple on May 10.

According to Bernama, Cameron Highlands police chief Superintendent Azri Ramli said the police received a public tip-off regarding the incident at about 6pm, and the suspect was arrested after.

The incident occurred while the 31-year-old victim was participating in a religious ceremony at the temple with his friends, according to initial investigations.

In a statement to Malaysian media on May 11, Azri said the suspect entered the temple grounds, made noise and disturbed visitors.

Seized temple sword

When asked to leave, the suspect became enraged, seized a sword found at the temple, and swung it at the victim."

"The victim, who tried to ward off the attack, sustained injuries to his hands, forehead, and body."

The victim was taken to Sultanah Hajjah Kalsom Hospital in Tanah Rata before being referred to Fatimah Hospital in Ipoh for further treatment.

Checks found that the suspect has a previous criminal record, including drug-related offences, said Azri.

To assist in investigations, the suspect has been remanded for four days till May 14 under Section 324 of Malaysia's Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons or means, reported Bernama.