Cops quiz 7 over alleged arson

Police have recorded statements from seven individuals linked to a fire that broke out at Beruas MP Ngeh Koo Ham’s house in the wee hours of yesterday.

Perak police chief Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri however said no arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.

“So far seven individuals had their statements recorded, but there were no arrests.

“Police will continue to monitor and increase patrols,” he said, as quoted by Sinar Harian.

Yusri said police are also waiting for results from 11 samples taken by the Fire and Rescue Department.

There were no casualties reported in the 2.50am incident but three cars were affected, including a Mercedes E300, which was almost completely razed.

Also partially burnt were a Honda CRV, and Toyota Hilux, as well as the house’s porch roof.

Following the incident, Ngeh said he forgives the alleged arsonists behind the fire, but also blamed Perikatan Nasional components PAS and Bersatu for fanning tensions that led to the incident.

Various parties including those from PN had condemned the incident.

However, PAS and Bersatu leaders have hit out at the Perak DAP leader for his claim against them.

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