Crime & Safety news in Bayan Lepas
14 stories within reach of Bayan Lepas, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Family prays for Gelugor hiker missing in Nepal floods, Penang government ready to assist
The family of Muhammad Muhaimin Azhad Noor Hadi, a hiker from Gelugor, Penang, is praying for his safety after he went missing in Nepal floods. The Penang government has expressed readiness to assist the family during this difficult time.
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Debt dispute sparks armed George Town school fight, police arrest 13 suspects including minors
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 30 — Police have arrested 13 male suspects, including three minors, to assist in investigations i...
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Husband and wife among seven held as Penang police seize drugs worth RM3.2m
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 28 — A husband and wife were among seven people arrested in several operations by the Penang Narc...
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Missing Penang Kafa teacher due to wed in September turns up in Kedah
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 26 — A male Quran and Fardu Ain (Kafa) teacher who was reported missing since last Saturday after...
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Penang SPM candidate targeted in sexual cyberbullying gets Education Dept support, protection
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 26 — The Penang State Education Department (JPNPP) has assured that necessary measures are in pla...
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Penang police hunt missing Kafa teacher, 26, ahead of September wedding
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 26 — Police are actively conducting investigations and efforts to track down a male Kelas al-Qura...
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Factory owner suffers first-degree burns trying to fight blaze that destroys 80pc of Butterworth premises
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 — A 58-year-old factory owner suffered first-degree burns to his hands and neck while trying...
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Provoking dogs to attack may be an offense: Penang DVS
Following a viral video of a pet dog attacking a stray in Tanjung Bungah, Penang's veterinary department says provoking a dog to attack may be an offence under the Minor Offences Act, and urges public to report such cases.
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Penang DVS: No clear offence under Animal Welfare Act for owner failing to stop dog fight
The Penang Veterinary Services Department said the Animal Welfare Act 2015 has no clear provision making it an offence for an owner to fail to stop a dog fight. This follows viral footage of a dog attacking a smaller stray in Tanjung Bungah. The department suggested action could be considered under the Minor Offences Act 1955 if there is evidence of encouragement.
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Report individuals who encourage dogs to attack animals
The Penang Veterinary Services Department urges the public to report individuals who encourage or provoke animals to attack, following a viral video of a pet dog attacking a stray in Tanjung Bungah. The department notes that while the Animal Welfare Act 2015 lacks clear provisions for such cases, the Minor Offences Act 1955 may apply. The Penang City Council has captured the dog involved and is investigating.
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Dog attacks dog: MBPP captures licensed animal in Tanjung Bungah
A viral video showed a pet dog attacking a stray in Tanjung Bungah. Authorities say provocation can be prosecuted under minor offences law, and the city council has seized the licensed dog.
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Penang vet dept urges police reports if Pearl Hill dog attack was encouraged
The Penang veterinary services department says those who believe a dog owner encouraged his dog to attack a stray at Pearl Hill should lodge police reports. The department found the incident to be a dog fight but noted possible action under the Minor Offences Act if encouragement is proven.
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Report animal provocation - Penang DVS
The Penang Veterinary Services Department urges the public to report anyone who provokes an animal to attack, following a viral video of a pet dog attacking a stray in Tanjung Bungah. The department reviewed the incident and found no clear liability under the Animal Welfare Act for the fight, but noted that provocation could be penalized under the Minor Offences Act. The investigation is ongoing, and the dog involved has been captured by the city council.
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Penang council seizes licensed dog after viral video shows attack on stray in Tanjung Bungah
Penang authorities seized a licensed dog in Tanjung Bungah after a viral video showed it attacking a stray. The incident prompted action by the local council.