Two teenagers arrested for assaulting and robbing disabled man in Malaysia

Two teenage boys have been arrested in Kuantan, Malaysia, in connection with a violent robbery that targeted a disabled man. The incident, which took place on July 29 in Kampung Darat Beserah, was captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV). The footage, which circulated widely on social media, showed one of the suspects, wearing a black shirt, punching the victim until he fell. The assailant then dragged the disabled man before making off with his bag.

Following a police report filed by the victim, authorities apprehended the two suspects, aged 16 and 17, on the evening of July 30. The arrests were made after a raid at a house in Lorong Pelindung Damai 6, based on intelligence gathered by officers from the Beserah police station.

Investigations revealed that the 17-year-old suspect has a history of drug-related offenses and is also wanted in connection with a separate case under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. The 16-year-old suspect, however, has no prior criminal record. Both are currently in custody to assist with the investigation.

The case is being investigated under Section 394 of the Penal Code for robbery causing hurt. Police have emphasized their serious stance on crimes targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly the disabled, and stated they will not tolerate such offenses. The investigation is ongoing, with the case file being prepared for submission to the Deputy Public Prosecutor for further instructions.