Crime & Safety news in Dewan Komuniti
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Fire at plastic warehouses operating without permits: Police shocked to find no fire safety systems
A fire broke out at two plastic recycling warehouses in Section 32, Shah Alam, Selangor, last night, completely destroying them. Firefighters from four stations battled the blaze, and initial investigations revealed the warehouses operated without any fire safety systems. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
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Fire at wood factory in Klang – delay in extinguishing due to lack of fire hydrants
A major fire broke out at a wood processing factory on Jalan Besar Kapar in Klang, Selangor, early Thursday morning (Sept 3). Firefighters faced challenges due to the lack of fire hydrants at the scene, delaying efforts to control the blaze which affected 80% of the 1.6-hectare complex.
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Ex-Tabung Haji COO Hospitalized, Court Proceedings Postponed to Sept 24
Court proceedings against a former Tabung Haji COO were postponed to Sept 24 as he is hospitalized at UM Specialist Centre for a heart condition. He faces three corruption charges under Section 165 of the Penal Code, linked to the RCI report on Tabung Haji.
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Former TH COO Adi Azuan Expected to Be Charged Tomorrow
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani is expected to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. The charge relates to findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into TH, which included alleged misconduct and abuse of power.
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Ex-Tabung Haji COO's graft case postponed to Sept 24
The graft case against former Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani has been postponed to September 24 by the Shah Alam sessions court. The postponement was granted because Adi is receiving treatment for heart problems at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre.
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RCI TH: Several individuals to be charged
Several individuals, including a former minister, will be charged in court over the Tabung Haji RCI report. The charges relate to corruption, embezzlement, and abuse of power in various investments and contracts. The SPRM chief commissioner announced the charges in Putrajaya, with court appearances scheduled in Shah Alam and Kuala Lumpur.
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TH Properties unit ex-manager hit with three CBT charges
A former manager of THP Bina was charged in court with three counts of criminal breach of trust involving RM72,000 in penalty funds from a Putrajaya development project.
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Former minister produced for remand in Tabung Haji (TH) probe
A former minister was produced at the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand in connection with investigations into the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report. He was arrested by MACC yesterday while giving a statement at its headquarters, believed to be linked to a hotel lease in Saudi Arabia involving Tabung Haji.
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Man remanded after viral video of provocative act at National Day celebration in Putrajaya
A man in his 30s has been remanded for one day in connection with a provocative act at the 69th National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. The arrest follows a viral video showing the man attempting to jump over a barrier to enter the seating area. The case is being investigated under several sections of the Penal Code and other acts.
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Man who caused National Day provocation tests positive for drugs
A 30-year-old man surrendered to police in Putrajaya after allegedly provoking a shoving incident at the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. He tested positive for THC and was remanded for one day. Police are investigating under multiple sections including the Dangerous Drugs Act and the Penal Code.
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Police search for man who caused provocation at National Day celebration in Putrajaya
Police are looking for a man who allegedly caused a commotion and provoked people during the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya. The incident happened at 5am, and four police reports have been lodged.
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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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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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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.
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Motorcyclist injured by cable dangling from MRT viaduct
A motorcyclist was injured and several vehicles damaged when a grounding cable fell from an MRT viaduct onto the road between Sri Raya and Bandar Tun Hussein Onn stations. Rapid KL said the cable may have been cut for theft.
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RM5.16 million in seized scam money returned to victims
Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution said RM5.16 million of RM7.94 million seized from scam syndicates was returned to victims between January and July. He spoke at the 6th International Cyber Resilience Convention in Bandar Baru Bangi, also detailing operations against forced labor and online child sexual abuse.
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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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RM120.43 million drugs to be disposed of, Sabah JSJN continues fight against syndicates
Sabah police will dispose of drugs worth RM120.43 million from 5,732 investigation papers. The disposal will take place at Bukit Pelandok, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, with the drugs being shipped from Sepanggar Port. Police also reported arrests from Ops Bayu and collaboration with AKPS at KKIA.
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Identity of body found in drain still unknown
Police in Sungai Buloh are still working to identify a man's body, believed to be a murder victim, found in a drain at Kampung Baru Sungai Buloh last Saturday. No arrests have been made yet, and they are awaiting a report from the Chemistry Department.
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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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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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Motorcyclist injured after hitting cable hanging from MRT viaduct
A motorcyclist was injured and several vehicles damaged after a grounding cable from the MRT viaduct hung down between Sri Raya and Bandar Tun Hussein Onn stations early this morning. Rapid KL believes the cable was cut and possibly stolen, and has launched an investigation.
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Rapid KL Probes Suspected Cable Theft After MRT Grounding Cable Falls Onto Road
A suspected cable theft caused a grounding cable from the MRT viaduct to fall onto a road between Sri Raya and Bandar Tun Hussein Onn stations, damaging vehicles and injuring a motorcyclist. Rapid KL is investigating and has removed the cable, while MRT services continue to operate normally.
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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.