Tragedy Unfolds as Policemen Injured in Amok Incident in Sungai Petani
Incident Details
A disturbing incident occurred in Taman Seri Astana, near Sungai Petani, yesterday, leaving four policemen injured and one man dead. The 32-year-old man, who was identified as the amok, was shot and died in hospital early this morning.
Policemen Injured
The four policemen, ranging in age from their 20s to 50s, were slashed with a parang while attempting to restrain the amok. Two of the policemen were discharged after receiving treatment, while the other two are reported to be in stable condition.
What Happened
According to Kuala Muda police chief Wan Azharuddin Wan Ismail, the amok was found in a locked house at 3pm when the police arrived at the scene. He acted aggressively, swinging the parang, while the police tried to calm him down. The amok was shot and died in hospital early this morning.
Witness Accounts
A 50-year-old witness, Soyuti Abdullah, recalled the incident: "I was sitting in front of my house when I heard the sound of people fighting. Then, I saw a man with a parang chasing two cops. I saw the man swinging his long parang and striking one of the policemen before running into his family’s house and locking the door."
Another witness, 26-year-old Aqif Zamri, expressed surprise at the amok’s behavior, stating, "We didn’t know he had mental health issues. Although he had been living with his parents here for almost a year, they kept to themselves most of the time."
Conclusion
This tragic incident highlights the importance of providing adequate mental health support and resources to individuals struggling with mental health issues. It is crucial that we work towards creating a society that prioritizes emotional well-being and provides necessary assistance to those in need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: The amok was found in a locked house at 3pm and acted aggressively, swinging a parang, while the police tried to calm him down.
Q: How many policemen were injured?
A: Four policemen were slashed with a parang while trying to restrain the amok.
Q: What happened to the amok?
A: The amok was shot and died in hospital early this morning.
Q: How are the policemen faring?
A: Two of the policemen were discharged after receiving treatment, while the other two are reported to be in stable condition.