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Policeman’s hand severed in Kepong machete attack

Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said police received a report from a member of the public at 4pm about a man who was reportedly in an unstable condition and behaving aggressively.

Updated 9 hours ago · Published on 11 Nov 2026 10:47PM

Policeman’s hand severed in Kepong machete attack
After the suspect attempted to attack police officers again, several shots were fired in self-defence in an attempt to apprehend him. - November 11, 2026

A FOREIGN man who allegedly hacked off a policeman's right hand during an attack at an apartment in Desa Amanpuri, Kepong, was shot dead.

Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said police received a report from a member of the public at 4pm about a man who was reportedly in an unstable condition and behaving aggressively.

After the suspect attempted to attack police officers again, several shots were fired in self-defence in an attempt to apprehend him.

“Several firefighters and MOH personnel also sustained minor injuries. The suspect then fled but was located at a nearby playground at 8 pm,” he told a press conference at Selayang Hospital.

He said the suspect was pronounced dead while being taken to hospital.

"The 26-year-old Lance-Corporal, whose right hand was severed in the attack, was reported to be in stable condition and undergoing surgery at Kuala Lumpur Hospital," he added. - November 11, 2026.

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