Crime & Safety news in Cheras
24 stories within reach of Cheras, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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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.
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Former employee arrested for warehouse break-in
A former employee of an electrical supplier warehouse in Kuala Lumpur was arrested less than 12 hours after allegedly breaking into the warehouse on August 24. Police, acting on a report and CCTV footage, detained the 30-year-old local man at an apartment in Puchong and seized evidence including a cash box and a mobile phone. The suspect, who had no prior criminal record, is being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code.
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Snatch thieves fail to grab woman’s handbag, but rip RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist outside Cheras home
Two men on a motorcycle attempted to snatch a woman's handbag outside her home in Cheras but failed, then ripped a RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist and fled. The victim was not injured, and police are investigating under Section 395 of the Penal Code.
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Police say no report received on roadside fight incident
Ampang Jaya police have not received any report about a viral video showing a woman lying on the roadside and a fight breaking out in Pandan Jaya. Police are aware of the incident but cannot investigate without an official report.
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Fire destroys food stall and storage room outside SK Ampang; no casualties reported
A fire destroyed a food stall and a storage room outside SK Ampang in Kuala Lumpur, with no casualties reported. The incident occurred in front of the school, and authorities are investigating the cause.
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Police fire several shots before arresting cable theft suspect
Police in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, fired several shots to arrest a cable theft suspect after the vehicle he was in tried to flee a police inspection. The suspect was arrested and the incident is under investigation.
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Duta Enclave: RM1.39 Million Compensation to Semantan More Than Sufficient
The High Court was told that the RM1.39 million compensation paid by the Malaysian government in 1956 for the acquisition of 263.272 acres of land known as Duta Enclave was more than sufficient. A government valuation expert testified that the market value of the land at the time was RM875,000, which is lower than the amount already paid.
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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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Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice heads to trial as mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram, and a consent order was previously recorded for removal of the statements.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a serial cable thief after a 30-minute car chase. The suspect was apprehended, while a second suspect, the driver, managed to flee the scene.
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'Wanted' man arrested after 30-minute chase, 6 shots fired
A cable theft suspect with 37 prior records was arrested after a 30-minute chase from the Awan Besar toll plaza on the KESAS Highway to Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. Six shots were fired during the incident.
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Lawyer seeks reduced sentence for Malaysian fraud victim jailed in Japan
The lawyer for a 24-year-old Malaysian sentenced to four years in prison in Japan will return to Japan for an appeal hearing to seek a reduced sentence. The appeal is on behalf of the fraud victim's family.
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Fashion designer Rizalman says adopted son stable but under close monitoring after being dragged by lorry
Fashion designer Datuk Rizalman Ibrahim reports that his adopted son Umar Nail is in stable condition but remains under close medical monitoring after being dragged by a lorry. The incident occurred recently, and the family is grateful for the support received.
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Immigration to seek Thai details on syndicate trafficking China nationals from Cambodia into Malaysia
The Immigration Department of Malaysia will collaborate with Thai authorities to gather detailed information about a syndicate trafficking Chinese nationals from Cambodia into Malaysia. The move aims to enhance cross-border cooperation and combat human trafficking.
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‘We can only pray’: Family of missing Malaysian in Nepal tragedy anxiously awaits news
The family of a missing Malaysian in the Nepal plane crash is anxiously awaiting news, relying on prayer and patience. The article highlights their emotional distress and hope for positive updates.
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Desa ParkCity family tragedy takes new turn as police reveal illegal investment issue alongside alleged love scam
Police investigating the deaths of a family of four at a Desa ParkCity condominium have revealed an illegal investment issue alongside an alleged love scam, adding a new twist to the tragic case.
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Wisma Putra: 55 Malaysians still uncontactable as checks expand to Nepal–China border areas
Fifty-five Malaysians remain uncontactable following devastating floods and landslides in Nepal, with checks expanding to Nepal-China border areas. Wisma Putra is coordinating with authorities to locate them.
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Desa ParkCity deaths: Post-mortems show two children were stabbed in the neck, mother suffered sharp-force wounds, says KL police chief
Two children found dead at a Desa ParkCity home were killed by stab wounds to the neck, while their mother suffered sharp-force wounds, according to Kuala Lumpur police chief. The incident is under investigation.
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Police detain seven Yemeni men after viral video of dangerous car stunt at Jalan Sungai Besi
Police in Kuala Lumpur detained seven Yemeni men after a viral video showed them performing a dangerous car stunt on Jalan Sungai Besi. The men are being investigated for reckless driving and endangering public safety.
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Nine years in remand, murder trial still at prosecution stage: Orang Asli man finally released
An Orang Asli man was released after nine years in remand as his murder trial remained at the prosecution stage. The court's decision to free him highlights prolonged detention issues in Malaysia's legal system.
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MAHA Expo hall closed after smoke incident, visitors evacuated as safety checks carried out
Exhibition Hall A at MAEPS in Serdang was temporarily closed after a smoke incident, prompting visitor evacuation and safety checks. The closure was precautionary, and operations resumed after authorities ensured the area was safe.
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Teen beaten for refusing to join gang
A 15-year-old boy was assaulted by five teenagers at a condominium in Bukit Jalil after declining to join their gang. He was treated at a hospital, and police arrested the suspects in Cheras.
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Rizalman asks for prayers as son recovers in ICU after being run over by truck
Fashion designer Datuk Rizalman Ibrahim has asked for prayers for his adopted son, Umar Nail, who is in intensive care after being run over by a reversing ice truck near Wangsa Walk in Kuala Lumpur. The 24-year-old suffered internal injuries, including to his liver, but his condition has stabilized.
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Private college student dies after fall from 22nd-floor condominium in Setapak
An 18-year-old private college student died after falling from the 22nd floor of a condominium converted into a student hostel in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. Police classified the case as sudden death and are continuing investigations.