Man remanded for seven days over alleged killing of five-year-old niece
A 37-year-old man has been remanded for seven days by the Sessions Court in Kota Tinggi to aid investigations into the alleged killing of his five-year-old niece, who was found dead in a river yesterday.
Source: theSun · September 22, 2026 at 5:32 AM · AI-assisted report
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KUALA LUMPUR, 22 SEPTEMBER 2026 —
A 37-year-old man has been remanded for seven days by the Sessions Court in Kota Tinggi to aid investigations into the alleged killing of his five-year-old niece, who was found dead in a river yesterday.
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The suspect, who was treated at Kota Tinggi Hospital before appearing in court at 9 am, is accused under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum penalty of death or life imprisonment. Sessions Court Judge Hafizah Abdul Rajak issued the remand order, which runs until September 28.
Police said the suspect was believed to have thrown the victim into the river before allegedly going on a rampage with a machete, chasing a 40-year-old man. Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Yusof Othman told reporters yesterday that officers received a report at 9.30 am and engaged in a struggle with the suspect, resulting in one policeman sustaining injuries.
Police also noted that the suspect is believed to have mental health issues. The incident occurred in Kampung Padang, Tanjung Sedili.