Crime & Safety news in Bangsar South Kuala Lumpur
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KPF members protest in KL over delayed share redemption payments since 2023
More than 30 members of Koperasi Permodalan Felda Malaysia (KPF) staged a demonstration and hunger strike in Kuala Lumpur over delayed share redemption payments. Members say they have been waiting since 2023 and are seeking the Prime Minister's intervention to resolve the issue affecting over 9,000 people nationwide.
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Police arrest man over TikTok post on temple demolition gathering
Police in Kangar arrested a 55-year-old man in Petaling Jaya over a TikTok post promoting a gathering at the site of a demolished temple in Bukit Lagi. The post was suspected of inciting tensions following the temple's demolition on Aug 20. The suspect was remanded for two days to assist investigations under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.
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IT officer in Bangsar South loses RM20,000 in SPayLater scam
A 28-year-old IT officer in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, lost RM20,000 after falling for an SPayLater cash-out offer seen on TikTok. Brickfields district police confirmed the incident on September 1 and the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
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One house destroyed, three damaged in fire on Jalan Dato Keramat
A fire on Jalan Dato Keramat in Kuala Lumpur early this morning destroyed one house and damaged three others. Firefighters from four stations responded, and no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.
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Former THP Bina manager charged with CBT over RM72,000 office complex project
A former manager of THP Bina Sdn Bhd was charged at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur with three counts of criminal breach of trust involving RM72,000 in penalty funds related to an office complex development project in Putrajaya. The accused, Nasahruddin Ahmad, pleaded not guilty and was granted bail of RM50,000.
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Ex-THP Bina manager claims trial to three CBT charges
A former Safety and Health Manager of THP Bina Sdn Bhd claimed trial at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court to three charges of criminal breach of trust involving RM72,000. The funds were allegedly collected as penalties from a contractor for a project at the Putrajaya Islamic Complex and deposited into his personal account. Bail was set at RM50,000.
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Former THP Bina manager charged with RM72,000 CBT
A former safety and health manager of THP Bina Sdn Bhd pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court to three charges of criminal breach of trust involving RM72,000 in penalty collections related to a proposed office complex development in Putrajaya. Bail was set at RM50,000 with one surety.
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Man living alone found dead
A man living alone was found dead at his home in Cheras. Police received a report at 6:42 pm and classified the case as sudden death (SDR) with no criminal elements found.
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All injured guests discharged from hospital after roller coaster mishap
All 22 visitors hospitalized after a roller coaster incident at Sunway Lagoon have been discharged. The attraction remains closed while investigations continue.
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Second suspect in Sri Petaling cable theft remanded seven days
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a second suspect in connection with a cable theft in Sri Petaling. The 32-year-old driver of a Ford Ranger was remanded for seven days after a chase that ended in a crash on Jalan Hang Tuah 4.
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Beware of 'love scam' tactics, police warn
Kuala Lumpur police have warned the public against the tactics of 'love scam' syndicates that target victims through social media and dating apps. The warning follows the deaths of a family of four in Desa ParkCity on 27 August, which is being investigated for possible links to a love scam.
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Ambulance driver pleads not guilty to reckless driving causing teenager's death
A 41-year-old ambulance driver pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court in Jasin to reckless driving causing the death of an 18-year-old motorcyclist. The incident occurred at the Ayer Merbau traffic light junction in Jasin on 26 August 2026. The court set bail at RM3,000 and suspended his license.
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UTC Pudu passport cover spat a misunderstanding, says lawyer
A lawyer says a viral dispute over an allegedly stolen passport cover at the UTC Pudu Immigration counter in Kuala Lumpur was a misunderstanding. His client, a first-time passport applicant, claims she accidentally took the cover. Police are investigating the case.
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Sunway Lagoon roller coaster remains closed as probe continues
The roller coaster at Sunway Lagoon theme park in Subang Jaya remains closed following an Aug 22 incident that injured ten people. Sunway Theme Parks says it is cooperating with authorities and that all affected guests have been discharged.
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Five men arrested for brawl in front of entertainment outlet
Five local men aged between 19 and 30 were arrested for allegedly being involved in a brawl in front of an entertainment outlet in Pudu, Kuala Lumpur. The fight, which went viral, stemmed from a misunderstanding inside a nightclub. Police have opened an investigation under several sections of the Penal Code, including attempted murder.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
A suspected cable thief with 37 prior offences was arrested after a 30-minute car chase in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 31. Police fired shots during the chase, which ended when the suspect's vehicle crashed into another car in Sri Petaling. A 29-year-old man was arrested, while the driver fled.