KUCHING: An elderly man was found dead in a decomposed state at his home in Taman Seng Goon here yesterday (Jul 29) after he was believed to have not been seen for more than a week.
Acting on a tip-off from a neighbour, a team from Sungai Maong police station rushed to the scene around 3.45 pm and discovered the man’s remains in the living room.
Initial investigations revealed that the deceased, a 66-year-old local, had been living alone and was not seen leaving his house for the past 10 days.
His body has since been sent to the Sarawak General Hospital’s Forensic Department for a post-mortem, following the successful tracing of his next of kin.
Acting Kuching police chief Supt Merbin Lisa advised the public not to speculate on the incident out of respect for the family’s privacy.
Those who may have known the deceased, are urged to assist with investigations by contacting Sungai Maong police chief Insp Awang Ramzi Awang Junaidi at 019-8444123 or the station at 082-420469.
Members of the public may also approach the nearest police station.
