Kuala Langat district police chief Ahmad Ridhwan Mohd Nor said following the incident, police received a report from a 40-year-old housewife who said her son was the victim of bullies.

“The victim sustained light injuries after being hit on the cheek.

“It is believed the suspects were unhappy with the victim who was allegedly absent from a meeting with the disciplinary teacher after they were found to have played truant on Oct 12,” he said in a statement.

Ridhwan said the case is being investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code.

“We would also like to advise the public to refrain from speculating or spreading unsubstantiated news that could threaten public order,” he said.

“Yesterday, a 55-second video showing a student crying went viral after he was allegedly slapped and kicked several times by a group of students.