Kuala lumpur: A man suspected of involvement in a robbery and rape case in Wangsa Maju died following a struggle with police during his arrest.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus reported that an emergency call was received around 12.40 pm, prompting the dispatch of two officers to the scene. Upon arrival, officers requested entry into the house, which was granted after about five minutes. The suspect responded by drawing a meat cleaver and attempting to slash one of the officers, leading to a physical altercation. With the assistance of a security guard, the suspect was subdued, although he managed to punch an officer in the face and bite his hand.

Fadil noted that the 26-year-old suspect complained of shortness of breath after being detained. An ambulance arrived 40 minutes later, but medical personnel confirmed the suspect’s death. A post-mortem at Kuala Lumpur Hospital showed no visible physical injuries, and the cause of death remains undetermined pending laboratory results.

The incident involved four local women who were present in the house. The suspect allegedly posed as a delivery rider to gain entry, subsequently tying the women’s hands and confining three of them in the master bedroom. One victim was taken to another room and raped twice. All victims sustained minor injuries to their hands, faces, and bodies.

Fadil also revealed that the suspect stole RM200 in cash and an ATM card from the victims. The suspect had a criminal history, with ten prior records related to robbery.