Malaysian Man Slaps Food Stall Worker After Price Dispute

Man Slaps Economy Rice Shop Employee Over Price Dispute in Malaysia A dispute over the price of a meal at an economy rice shop in Malaysia escalated into violence on May 28, 2025. A man, whose identity has not been released, argued with an employee after finding his RM13 (approximately S$4) meal too expensive. The employee attempted to de-escalate the situation by refunding the customer. However, the man returned shortly after and allegedly slapped the employee. "He was initially very angry and agitated about the price," said a witness who wished to remain anonymous. "But I didn't expect him to resort to violence after getting his money back." The employee has since filed a police report. The police are investigating the incident and are reviewing CCTV footage. This incident highlights the importance of managing customer disputes calmly and professionally. It also serves as a reminder of the potential for conflicts to escalate when communication breaks down. The police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. The incident underscores the need for both customers and businesses to find peaceful solutions to disagreements.