Tambunan man arrested for suspected murder of mother

A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his 56-year-old mother in Tambunan, Sabah. The incident occurred at a rented house in Kampung Katagayan.

Keningau District Police Chief Superintendent Erwansyah Abdul Basir stated that police received a report regarding the incident at approximately 2:00 PM. Preliminary investigations suggest the victim died at the scene from injuries inflicted by a sharp weapon.

Local villagers reportedly apprehended the suspect at a traditional hut in Kampung Sukung before handing him over to the Tambunan police station. Following the handover, the Criminal Investigation Department from the Keningau district police headquarters made the official arrest.

Forensic teams have inspected the scene and seized items believed to be related to the case. The victim's body has been sent to a hospital for a post-mortem examination. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code.