Crime & Safety news in Genting Highlands
24 stories within reach of Genting Highlands, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Two-minute Genting goldsmith heist: Suspects armed with axes escape in BMW with RM1.74m haul
Three armed men robbed a goldsmith shop in Genting, escaping with 81 pieces of jewellery worth RM1.74 million. The suspects used axes and crowbars and fled in a BMW.
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Pahang police investigate vandalised Bukit Tinggi temple statue, but no CCTV, no witnesses
Pahang police are investigating the vandalism of a statue at a temple in Bukit Tinggi after receiving three reports. The investigation is hampered by a lack of CCTV footage and witnesses. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
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Maran Umno Youth chief, wife and child among four killed in Bentong crash
Maran Umno Youth chief Mohd Radzi Rahimi, his wife, child, and brother-in-law were killed in a road accident in Bentong, Pahang. The crash occurred on August 3, and the victims were confirmed dead at the scene.
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Four killed, child injured after tree crushes Ford Raptor in Bentong
A tree fell on a Ford Raptor in Bentong, Pahang, killing four people and injuring a child. The incident occurred during adverse weather conditions, and rescue teams were dispatched to the scene.
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Man jailed three months, fined RM400 for impersonating MACC officer
An unemployed man was sentenced to three months' jail and fined RM400 by the Selayang Magistrate's Court for impersonating a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officer. The court found him guilty of the offence, which involved deceiving a victim.
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Rizalman's adopted son begins to show response
The adopted son of famous fashion designer Datuk Rizalman Ibrahim, Umar Nail, 27, has begun to show response in his treatment process at the hospital after being involved in an accident with an ice lorry at Wangsa Walk, Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur.
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Police find no evidence stress contributed to Hulu Selangor teacher’s death
Police investigating the death of a female teacher in Hulu Selangor have found no evidence that stress contributed to her death. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities awaiting further reports.
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Police probe whether stress played role in Hulu Selangor teacher’s death
Police are investigating the death of a female teacher in Hulu Selangor, with stress being considered as a possible factor. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are awaiting further details.
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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.
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College student dies after fall from Setapak condominium
An 18-year-old college student died after falling from the 22nd floor of a condominium in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. Police have classified the case as sudden death and are investigating.
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College student falls to death from 22nd floor of Setapak condo
A college student died after falling from the 22nd floor of a condominium in Setapak. CCTV footage showed the first-semester victim returning to his unit at 7.07am before the incident.
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KL police say personal grudge behind petrol attack on woman at Kepong lottery outlet
Police in Kuala Lumpur believe a personal grudge motivated a petrol attack on a woman at a lottery outlet in Kepong. The suspect is being sought, and the victim is receiving treatment. The case is under investigation.
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Police arrest man suspected of setting 62-year-old Kepong lottery shop worker on fire
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the August 9 attack on a 62-year-old woman at a lottery shop in Kepong, Kuala Lumpur. The woman was set on fire, and the arrest marks a significant development in the case.
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Man douses elderly number forecast operator with petrol and sets her on fire in Kepong
Police have launched a special operation to find a man who attacked an elderly woman with petrol and fire in Kepong, Kuala Lumpur. The victim, a number forecast operator, was injured and is being treated. Authorities seek public help to locate the suspect.
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Three squatter homes razed in Sentul blaze, 26-year-old man treated for burn injuries
A fire in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur, destroyed three squatter homes and left a 26-year-old man with burns to his body and legs. The man was treated at the scene by medical personnel. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Indonesian maid jailed four years for neglect that led to toddler’s drowning in Sentul pool
An Indonesian domestic helper was sentenced to four years in jail by the Sessions Court for neglecting a toddler who drowned in a pool in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur.
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Kepong MP offers RM5,000 reward after woman set on fire in brutal petrol station attack
Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has announced a RM5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the attacker who set a woman on fire at a petrol station in Kepong. The incident has prompted a police investigation and public concern.
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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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Nearly RM250,000 payout after Segambut jogger fractures spine while fending off neighbour’s German Shepherds
A Segambut jogger who fractured his spine while defending himself against a neighbour's two German Shepherds has been awarded nearly RM250,000 in damages. The court ruled the dog owner liable for the injuries sustained during the attack.
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Man arrested in Chow Kit hotel over Quran burning, theft investigations
Police arrested a man at a hotel in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur, yesterday to assist investigations into Quran burning and theft.
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Tahfiz teacher pleads not guilty to four sexual assault charges on pupils
A 35-year-old tahfiz teacher pleaded not guilty in the Ampang Sessions Court to four charges of sexual assault against his pupils. The court set bail and scheduled the next hearing.
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Police arrest seven, including two teens, in Jalan Ampang knife-point robbery investigation
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested seven individuals, including two teenage girls, in connection with a knife-point robbery on Jalan Ampang. The arrests were made to assist in the investigation of the incident.
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Police: RM260,000 in alleged love scam losses cited in Desa ParkCity murder-suicide note
A 48-year-old man in Desa ParkCity, Kuala Lumpur, allegedly murdered his wife and two children before committing suicide, leaving a note citing RM260,000 in losses from a love scam. Police are investigating the incident as a murder-suicide linked to the scam.