TAWAU: A 31-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly assaulting, strangling, and threatening to kill his wife following a domestic dispute.
Acting Tawau District Police Chief, Supt Champin Piuh, said the suspect was detained around 5pm at a car park in front of a bank in the town centre, hours after the victim lodged a police report at 9.16am.
The alleged incident occurred at the couple’s home around 6.30pm on Tuesday. According to the police, the suspect struck and strangled his wife during a quarrel, causing swelling to her right ear and cheek.
“The suspect also allegedly issued death threats to the victim,” said Champin.
The case is being investigated under Section 323 of the Penal Code (voluntarily causing hurt), Section 506 (criminal intimidation), and Section 18A of the Domestic Violence Act (criminal threats).
Champin urged victims of domestic violence not to stay silent and to report such cases immediately.
He stressed that prompt action is essential to protect lives and prevent further harm.
