13 Men Plead Not Guilty to Rioting Charges in Jinjang Utara

Thirteen men, including a minor, pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court on Tuesday to charges of rioting in Jinjang Utara. The accused, aged 17 to 51, allegedly rioted with rattan sticks in front of a business premises on June 11, 2026. The charge, under Section 148 of the Penal Code, carries a maximum penalty of five years' imprisonment, a fine, or both.

Prosecutor Iman Nurhidayah Ezani did not offer bail, citing the non-bailable nature of the offense. However, defense lawyers argued for bail, with some requesting the minimum amount and highlighting their clients' cooperation with investigations. The court eventually set bail at RM4,500 for the minor and two other individuals, and RM5,500 for the remaining ten accused, each requiring one guarantor.

The incident, which occurred on June 13, is believed to have stemmed from a debt dispute. The situation escalated into a large-scale fight, resulting in injuries. Investigations revealed that some suspects have prior criminal and drug-related records. The court has scheduled August 13 for the submission of documents.