Shots fired, residents asked to stay in, what exactly happened in Puchong Prima?
It would have been just another quiet, peaceful Sunday afternoon for residents of an apartment in Taman Puchong Prima but they were shocked by the sound of gunshots firing and screaming of men who commanded the residents to stay indoors.
It turned out that an individual sought by law enforcement happened to be in the area and he was shot by the police after a gunfight with cops.
The deceased was later revealed as a man wanted by the police and had record of seven criminal offences as well as six narcotics-related charges.
Chronology of Events:
The episode unfolded at approximately 3.50pm when the police encountered the suspect driving a Toyota Camry.
Despite repeated and stern orders to halt, the defiant fugitive chose to ignore the authorities' commands.
With a chilling disregard for authority, the man then brandished a firearm, plunging the tranquil neighbourhood into chaos.
Gunfire erupted as the suspect initiated a perilous exchange with the police and ended with the suspect being shot dead in the vehicle.
Viral Video Circulation:
The intensity of the incident was captured in a 39-second video that made its rounds on social media platforms.
The footage shows several individuals, believed to be plainclothes police officers, instructing residents to stay indoors.
Amid their instructions, distinct gunshot sounds were heard. The recording was believed to have been made by a nearby resident from a balcony overlooking the scene.
Police had also cordoned the road where the shooting occurred.
At about 7pm on the same day (Jan 14), police were seen towing away a car that possibly belonged to the suspect.
Official statement:
Selangor Police Chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan confirmed that the exchange of gunfire occurred in front of the apartment building in Puchong Prima.
He said that Criminal Investigation Department from the Subang Jaya police headquarters is currently conducting investigations on the man who had extensive criminal record.
Hussein urged individuals with relevant information to contact the Subang Jaya police headquarters at 03-78627222 or the nearest police station. Additionally, he cautioned against disseminating the viral video to prevent undue alarm within the community.
