Four suspects rob man of RM10,000 after approaching him for donations at Permatang Pauh petrol station

Police said four suspected foreign nationals robbed and injured a 43-year-old man near a petrol station in Permatang Pauh, Penang, causing losses of about RM10,000. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

First Published: Thursday, 12 Nov 2026 10:08 AM MYT

BUKIT MERTAJAM, Nov 12 — A 43-year-old man was injured after being robbed by four individuals believed to be foreigners using sharp metal objects at the entrance to a petrol station along Jalan Samagagah, Permatang Pauh, here yesterday.

Seberang Perai Tengah district police chief ACP Nik Aminuddin Raja Abdullah said the incident, which occurred at about 11.30am, was believed to have involved two men and two women suspected to be foreigners from Central Asian countries.

“In the incident, the suspects are believed to have acted aggressively and used sharp metal objects, causing injuries to the victim before fleeing with his personal belongings, with total losses estimated at RM10,000.

“The group's modus operandi was to solicit monetary donations from members of the public at the petrol station before committing robbery,” he said in a statement last night.

He urged members of the public with information on the incident to contact investigating officer ASP Marsila Hamzah at 019-472 5217 to assist in the investigation.

He also advised the public to remain vigilant and not be easily deceived by such tactics, and to seek assistance and protection at petrol stations immediately if they encounter suspicious situations or threats. — Bernama