Crime & Safety news in George Town

2 stories within reach of George Town, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. 'I was so worried the ferry would sink'

   5 hours ago Berita Harian Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang 1.9 km

   A Teluk Bahang ferry collided with the MV Mekar Jaya within Penang Port limits, injuring 21 people. Passengers described the terrifying moment of impact, with some treated at Hospital Seberang Jaya. The Penang Port Commission reported the accident occurred around 8.40pm.

2. 21 injured as ferry and vessel collide at Penang Port

   6 hours ago Berita Harian Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang 1.9 km

   A collision between the Teluk Bahang ferry and the MV Mekar Jaya vessel inside Penang Port injured 21 people. The accident happened around 8:40 pm, and all injured passengers were taken to a hospital for treatment. Ferry services continued operating normally after the incident.