Malaysian resort under investigation after intruder molests tourist

Malaysia's Sabah state has ordered a full investigation into a resort in Semporna following an incident where a female tourist from China was allegedly molested and assaulted inside her room by an intruder.

The attack occurred early last Saturday, prompting state authorities to intervene.

State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Jafry Ariffin confirmed that he instructed tourism authorities to look into the security lapse at the property.