TWO men were reportedly injured in the head in an alleged attack involving unlicensed photographers near the Petronas Twin Towers at Kuala Lumpur City Centre on Sunday night, according to claims shared on social media.
The incident was highlighted by influencer and former teacher Mohd Fadli Salleh in a Facebook post, in which he described how a group alleged to be unlicensed photographers became aggressive, leading to a confrontation with foreign tourists at the popular site.
“My friend suffered a head injury after being beaten with a weapon, though I’m not sure what kind of weapon was used at KLCC.
“There were many of them, dozens. At the time, they were fighting with foreign tourists to the point of assaulting them,” he said.
He claimed that two victims, who were also beverage vendors, happened to be at the scene and attempted to intervene to defuse the situation. However, they were allegedly attacked by the group.
“My friends who sell drinks happened to be there and tried to break up the fight. Suddenly, the group of illegal photographers came and attacked them together.
“Two people suffered head injuries. One needed seven stitches and another needed two stitches. They were attacked from behind. Even their drink containers were smashed,” he said, adding that a police report had been lodged.
He further alleged that the presence of unlicensed photographers around the KLCC area has long been a public concern, claiming that complaints have been raised repeatedly by members of the public.
“The issue of illegal photographers at KLCC has long been the subject of complaints and public concern.
“They seem untouchable, still able to operate, even going as far as threatening and assaulting people.
“This will cause tourists to view Malaysia negatively. I hope Kuala Lumpur City Hall and the police will take firmer action against this group. It is damaging the country’s image,” he said.
