SIBU, Aug. 28 -- Police are investigating the death of a five-year-old child who was allegedly slashed in an incident at Jalan Rantau Panjang Jaya here this afternoon.

The suspect, a man believed to be in his 40s, was reportedly apprehended by a Mobile Patrol Vehicle (MPV) team following the incident.

Sibu police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad, when contacted, confirmed the case.

"At this point, our men are currently at the crime scene," he told reporters briefly.

Police have yet to disclose further details, including the circumstances surrounding the incident and the relationship, if any, between the suspect and the victim.

The suspect is believed to be in police custody to assist investigations.

Further details are awai...