BUTTERWORTH: Police are investigating a viral video of a riot involving a group of individuals believed to have taken place here yesterday.
Seberang Perai Utara police chief Anuar Abdul Rahman said this followed a report lodged by a man at the Butterworth police station.
“An investigation found that the incident occurred when the complainant tried to help a motorcyclist who was involved in a road accident.
“As the man was trying to help the motorcyclist, the latter suddenly got up and punched him (complainant) before some passers-by joined in the fight,” he said in a statement today.
He said the case was being investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting.
Anuar urged those with information to contact investigating officer Adib Ikmal Sukri at 04-576 2222 (ext 2275) or any nearby police station.