Initial investigations by the police into last week’s explosion, believed to have been caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) at a parking area near Desa Palma, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, have found no links to extremism.

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director M Kumar said the incident appears to be an isolated case, not connected to any criminal networks or organised groups.

“While the investigation continues, it seems...