SANDAKAN: A 44-year-old man has been arrested after his younger brother was found dead at their home in Bandar Karamunting, on Sunday.
District Police Chief ACP George Abd Rakman said the 43-year-old victim was found covered in blood in his bedroom at 5.30pm after their mother forced open the blocked door.
Only the victim and his older brother were home at the time of the incident.
Police arrested the suspect at 8.45pm the same day following a report.
“A pair of blood-stained trousers and three machetes believed used in the attack were recovered after the suspect led police to where the items had been hidden,” he said, Thursday.
Medical examination revealed the victim suffered severe injuries to his head, behind his ear, abdomen and hands from sharp weapons.
A post-mortem will be conducted to assist in the investigation.
According to police, neighbours reported hearing groaning sounds on Friday morning but did not suspect it was connected to the case.
Initial investigations found the suspect was unemployed and has mental health issues.
