Summary
- Police investigate alleged domestic assault involving Penang assemblyman.
- Four individuals questioned; no arrests reported.
- Chief Minister urges public against speculation pending investigation.
GEORGE TOWN, November 4 — Penang police are investigating a state assemblyman over an alleged domestic assault involving his 36-year-old wife on October 31.
Penang police chief Dennis Lim Kwang Keng said statements were recorded from four individuals, including the couple and two family members.
The case is being investigated under Section 323 of the Penal Code, with no arrests reported. Police are awaiting medical findings before referring the investigation to prosecutors.
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow urged the public to avoid speculation, saying the assemblyman could continue performing his duties while investigations proceed.
