GEORGE TOWN: Police have opened two investigation papers in connection with a fight between two individuals in Jelutong here on Monday.
The incident has since gone viral on social media.
Both individuals lodged separate reports and police are investigating the case under Section 324 of the Penal Code.
Northeast district police chief Assistant Commissioner Razlam Ab Hamid said about 11pm yesterday, police came across a video footage of about 76 seconds showing a fight between two men using weapons.
"Investigations revealed that the incident happened about 11.30am on Monday in Jelutong.
"The cause of the fight is believed to be a misunderstanding. Both have lodged separate reports on the day of the incident."
Razlam said both men sustained injuries and were being treated at Penang Hospital.
"We urge people not to speculate and to also stop distributing the video footage," he added.