KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 28 -- Traders and workers in the Desa Palma commercial area in Nilai say they recognised the man linked to an improvised explosive device (IED) blast that shook the neighbourhood last week, describing him as a familiar, unremarkable presence who blended easily into daily life.

A shop assistant, identified only as Syazwana, said the suspect visited her store regularly, two to three times a week, to buy everyday items.

"He has bought eggs, ice cream, bread and other things. He appeared like any other customer and never did anything strange," she was quoted as saying by national dailyKosmo!.

She added that the man appeared to be a resident in the area and was often seen in casual attire.

"I never would have thought he ...