Law Enforcement Activity news in Bukit Mertajam
9 stories within reach of Bukit Mertajam, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Cross-border drug syndicate 'runners' including married couple arrested
Police in Malaysia and Thailand dismantled an international drug trafficking syndicate, seizing 252.2 kg of syabu in a joint operation. Three raids in Selangor and Penang led to the arrest of four individuals, including a married couple, and the seizure of drugs and assets worth RM4.73 million.
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Husband and wife among seven held as Penang police seize drugs worth RM3.2m
Penang police arrested seven individuals, including a married couple, in multiple operations and seized drugs valued at RM3.2 million. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the state.
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Missing Penang Kafa teacher due to wed in September turns up in Kedah
A male Kafa teacher from Penang, who was reported missing and was due to marry in September, has been found in Kedah. The teacher had disappeared since last Saturday, prompting a search. He has since turned up safely in Kedah.
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Penang police hunt missing Kafa teacher, 26, ahead of September wedding
Penang police are actively searching for a 26-year-old male Kafa teacher who went missing ahead of his planned September wedding. Authorities are conducting investigations and efforts to locate him.
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MBPP seizes three Jalan Macalister premises in crackdown on foreign-run businesses
The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) sealed three premises on Jalan Macalister in George Town for operating without proper licenses, part of a crackdown on foreign-run businesses. The mayor stated that enforcement actions are ongoing and have been carried out repeatedly at the same location. MBPP recorded 703 enforcement actions against foreign-run businesses from 2022 to 2026.
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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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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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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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Kedah police arrest six over suspected baby trafficking in Sungai Petani
Police in Kedah arrested six individuals, including a new mother, in connection with suspected baby trafficking in Sungai Petani. The arrests were made following an investigation into the illegal sale of infants.