ALOR STAR, March 5 — The police have detained a man in connection with the killing of a former policeman in Taman Anggerik here last night.

Kedah Criminal Investigation Department chief, ASP Mohd Nashir Ya said the 39-year-old suspect was picked up at about 7pm in Kampung Seberang Perak.

He said the suspect, who had three previous convictions for robbery, blackmail and retaining stolen goods had been remanded for a week.

He said the police had sought another man, known only as ‘Jatt’ in connection with the case.

Yesterday, Ang Kean Eng, 31, was found dead with several stab wounds on the body, following an attack by a group of men at 1.45am.

“Initial investigations revealed the suspect wanted to recover RM100 from the sale of drugs from Ang.

“However, a brawl broke out and the former policeman was stabbed in the abdomen and chest with a sharp object,” said Mohd Nasir. — Bernama