Violent Crime news in Malaysia
24 stories across Malaysia, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Sabah police seize RM6.14 million in drugs in three August operations
Sabah police seized over 100kg of drugs worth RM6.14 million in three operations across Kudat, Papar and Penampang in August. The largest seizure was 50kg of methamphetamine in Penampang, and several suspects have been arrested and charged.
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Tanjung Bungah dog attack: MBPP cancels licence, issues RM250 compound
The Penang Island City Council cancelled a dog licence and fined the owner RM250 after a dog attacked a stray in Tanjung Bungah. The incident went viral, prompting public concern and a veterinary department investigation.
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'If true, it could change the direction of Rosmah's conviction' - Court of Appeal
The Court of Appeal has allowed Rosmah Mansor to submit additional evidence in her appeal against her corruption conviction for the RM1.25 billion Sarawak solar hybrid project. The evidence includes claims from a prosecution witness that he was pressured by the prosecution, which could potentially affect the original verdict.
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Caprice defamation case to proceed after mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad 'Baddestcoach' Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram. The next case management is scheduled for September 7.
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Brother posted status 'Allah's destiny is beautiful' hours before death – sister
A boat driver who died in a fatal accident at Kuala Sungai Mersing had posted a WhatsApp status about accepting fate hours before his death. His sister recounted his final messages and described him as a quiet man skilled in engine repair who also ferried passengers part-time. The accident also killed a passenger and injured four others.
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Teacher pleads not guilty to sexually assaulting two male students
A 46-year-old teacher, Hairul Wakiman, has been charged in the Seremban sessions court with three counts of physical sexual assault against two male students aged 11 and 12. He pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of RM6,000 per charge, with conditions including surrendering his passport and monthly police reporting.
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Rampage in dormitory: Tunas Bakti resident admits to damaging property
An 18-year-old resident of Sekolah Tunas Bakti Sungai Lereh pleaded guilty to vandalism charges in the Ayer Keroh Magistrate's Court for damaging property in the dormitory. The court ordered her to undergo psychiatric evaluation at Hospital Permai before sentencing.
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Young mum pleads guilty to unlawfully transferring custody of newborn
A 24-year-old woman pleaded guilty in Sungai Petani courts to unlawfully transferring custody of her newborn for RM17,300 and to possessing another woman's MyKad. Sentencing is set for Oct 5.
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Unregistered dentist fined RM240,000 for operating illegal clinic in hotel room
A 23-year-old woman was fined RM240,000 by the Sessions Court for running an unregistered dental clinic in a hotel room in Jerantut. The raid, conducted in June 2024, found dental equipment and evidence of braces consultations. She was charged under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998.
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Woman charged with selling baby for RM17,300
A 24-year-old woman was charged in the Sungai Petani Sessions Court for her alleged involvement in a transaction to sell a baby boy for RM17,300. She pleaded guilty and was granted bail of RM10,000. She also pleaded guilty to a separate charge of possessing another woman's identity card.
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Mediation fails, Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice proceeds to trial
A defamation lawsuit filed by fitness trainer Murad Zaidi against social media influencer Caprice will proceed to full trial after mediation failed. The case stems from allegedly defamatory Instagram posts by Caprice, which were previously ordered to be removed. The next case management is set for September 7.
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Teacher pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges involving two schoolboys
A teacher in Seremban pleaded not guilty to three charges of sexually assaulting two male pupils at a school in Jelebu. The court granted bail with conditions, and the case is set for mention on Oct 2.
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Deadly LPT1 pile-up: Four dead include family returning from National Day parade in Putrajaya
An 11-vehicle collision on the East Coast Expressway near Lanchang, Temerloh, killed four people, including a family of three returning from National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. The victims were identified as a couple and their four-year-old son, along with another motorist.
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Ayer Itam brawl involved Geng 04 members – Police
Police confirmed that a brawl outside a Chinese primary school in Ayer Itam on August 30 involved members of the Geng 04 gang. Thirteen local men, including three minors, were arrested. The fight stemmed from a misunderstanding over debt collection, and two victims were mistakenly attacked due to wearing similar colored clothing.
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Court of Appeal allows Rosmah to introduce new evidence in solar graft appeal
The Court of Appeal has allowed Rosmah Mansor to adduce additional evidence in her appeal against her corruption conviction. The evidence will be heard by another High Court judge, with further cross-examination of a prosecution witness. The case is scheduled for further hearings in October.
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Man pleads guilty to assaulting father with jackfruit
A 30-year-old oil palm plantation worker pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court in Kota Bharu to causing grievous hurt to his 58-year-old father using a jackfruit. The incident occurred on August 13 at a house in Kampung Sungai Johar, Kuala Krai. The court set October 4 for the mention of facts and sentencing.
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Hotel room used as 'dental clinic', woman fined RM240,000
A 23-year-old woman was fined RM240,000 by the Temerloh Sessions Court for operating an unregistered dental clinic in a hotel room in Jerantut. She was arrested during a raid in June 2024 while providing orthodontic services without proper registration. The court found her guilty under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998.
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Cross-border drug syndicate worth RM4.31 million busted
Police in Malaysia dismantled a cross-border drug syndicate, seizing 252.2 kg of methamphetamine worth RM4.31 million. Four suspects were arrested in raids in Selangor and Penang. The syndicate used modified vehicles with hidden compartments to smuggle drugs from Thailand.
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Mersing boat collision: Police open two investigation papers
Two passenger boats collided near the Mersing river mouth, killing two people and injuring seven others. Police have opened two investigation papers under the Penal Code, and are looking into whether the boats had proper permits and followed safety procedures.
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Temerloh crash: Three family members killed on journey home from National Day celebrations
A family of three was killed in an 11-vehicle crash on the East Coast Expressway (LPT1) near Temerloh while returning from National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. A cement tanker lorry lost control and rammed several vehicles, causing a chain reaction that killed four people and injured two others. The victims were identified as a mother, father, and their four-year-old son, along with another SUV passenger.
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Malaysia-Thailand police seize 252.2 kg of syabu
A joint operation between Malaysian and Thai police led to the seizure of 252.2 kg of methamphetamine and the arrest of five suspects. The syndicate smuggled drugs by road from Thailand into Malaysia.
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Male teacher charged with sexual assault of two male students
A 46-year-old teacher pleaded not guilty in the Seremban Sessions Court to three charges of physical sexual assault against two male students aged 11 and 12 at a school in Jelebu. He was granted bail with conditions, and the case is set for mention on October 2.
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Factory operator pleads guilty to selling baby, possessing another's MyKad
A 24-year-old factory operator in Sungai Petani pleaded guilty to trafficking a three-day-old baby boy and possessing another person's MyKad. The court set bail and scheduled sentencing for October 5. Five others were released on bail and named as prosecution witnesses.
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Former warehouse worker held over break-in at old workplace
A former warehouse worker was arrested for breaking into his former workplace in Cheras. Police arrested him less than 12 hours later at an apartment in Puchong, seizing stolen items and evidence. He is being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code for house-breaking.