Kluang, Johor – A Singaporean man bravely defended his family from attackers during the Chinese New Year celebrations in Kampung Tengah, enduring three days of harassment before the situation turned violent, resulting in his injuries.
The harassment began during the festive season and escalated over the span of three days until a violent confrontation took place on January 31. The man, who was in Johor to celebrate Chinese New Year with his wife in her hometown, faced two attackers who engaged in disruptive behavior like setting off firecrackers, splashing paint outside their home, and damaging two cars.
Amid the chaos, a 45-second video surfaced online showing one of the attackers smashing a car window with a wooden stick. Two masked men armed with metal rods approached the family’s home early in the morning, leading to a physical altercation. Despite the odds, the family fought back against the attackers, leading to the arrest of one suspect while the others escaped.
Following the incident, the injured man sustained multiple injuries to various parts of his body, including his head, ankle, chest, and arms. Shockingly, it was revealed that the suspect responsible for the attack admitted to receiving payment to harass the family.
To clarify any potential reasons behind the attack, the wife of the injured man emphasized that their family is not involved with loan sharks, and no debt collection notices were left by the attackers. Furthermore, it was disclosed that similar harassment incidents occurred in the past, with no progress made despite multiple police reports.
In a swift response to the incident, the police managed to arrest a 37-year-old Malaysian man, shedding light on his criminal history and drug-related offenses. However, the authorities are still on the lookout for the other suspects who managed to evade capture.
The arrested suspect is now in custody to assist with investigations, as the case is being examined under relevant penal codes that could lead to severe penalties. The ongoing efforts to track down the remaining suspects underscore the gravity of the situation and the importance of swift justice in cases of violent confrontations.