Myanmar cook stabbed to death after argument over food quality at ala Thai restaurant in Bukit Mertajam; three suspects arrested
BUKIT MERTAJAM: A Myanmar cook was stabbed to death following an argument over food quality at a Thai restaurant in Lorong Bukit Juru last night.
The woman’s husband and friend, also Myanmar nationals, sustained bodily injuries during the 9 pm incident.
The altercation began when the suspect and several compatriots expressed dissatisfaction with their meal at the restaurant.
All parties argued with the victim and her husband, both in their 40s, before the woman ordered them to leave the premises.
The suspect then contacted his brother and returned to the restaurant armed with a knife, stabbing the victim to death.
Penang Police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail confirmed police have arrested three Myanmar men, including the suspect and his brother, to assist investigations.
“The suspect is believed to have been drunk at the time of the fight,” he said, adding that investigations are being conducted under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
All victims were taken to Seberang Jaya Hospital for treatment.
The Magistrate’s Court issued a seven-day remand order against the trio today to facilitate further investigations.
The 40-year-old suspect, his 34-year-old brother, and another 50-year-old man will be remanded until November 23.
Magistrate Roshayari Radellah issued the remand order this afternoon. – Bernama
