Ipoh Barat MIC treasurer N Sitamparam, 64, was hacked to death by several men during a robbery in his house in Jalan Wayang, Buntung, early this morning.

Ipoh police district chief ACP Azisman Alias said Sitamparam was found dead by police after they received a call from neighbours.

"The incident happened at 2am when he was attacked and hacked by several men with machetes," he was quoted as saying by Bernama .

Police investigation found Sitamparam had injuries to his head, hands and body. His remains were sent to the Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital for a post-mortem.

Azisman said his 60-year old wife had her hands tied and was not hurt.

He said Sitamparam's Proton Waja, a handphone, some cash and jewellery were stolen.

Azisman said the police were still investigating the motive for the incident and no arrests had

been made.

Police have classified the case as murder under Section 302 of the Penal Code.