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Ops Mahir in Perak: 175 foreigners arrested in factory raids
Immigration officers arrested 175 foreign workers during Ops Mahir raids around Bercham and Kanthan, Chemor, Perak, on Wednesday night. Many workers tried to hide among stacked timber and industrial waste bins but were detected. The operation also uncovered suspected use of fake temporary work visit passes.
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Yasin Sulaiman released from Hospital Bahagia, returns to family
After more than four years, Malaysian singer Yasin Sulaiman has been released from Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta in Perak and returned to his family home in Kajang. His brother confirmed he is well and will undergo monthly check-ups, with a media meeting planned once he settles.
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Police investigate two children sitting on roof of moving MPV
Police in Ipoh are investigating a viral video showing two children sitting on the roof of a moving Toyota Alphard MPV on Jalan Meru-Jelapang. The vehicle owner has been identified, and police are looking for the driver. The case is being investigated under Section 33 of the Child Act 2001.
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Police search for driver who let children ride through car sunroof
Perak police are searching for a driver who allowed two children to climb through the sunroof of a moving car on the Meru-Jelapang highway. The investigation began after a video of the incident was found on Facebook. Ipoh police chief Najib Hamza urged anyone with information to contact the police.
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Two men charged with cheating, pawning non-genuine gold
Two men were charged at the Magistrate's Court in Batu Gajah for allegedly cheating two pawnshops by pawning items they claimed were pure gold. One pleaded guilty, while the other claimed trial. The court set bail and scheduled the next mention for October 12.
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Victoria Bridge incident: Father speaks on losing youngest son a year after eldest daughter
A three-year-old boy died after falling from the Victoria Bridge in Perak. His father, still grieving the loss of his eldest daughter last year, spoke about the tragedy and called for better maintenance of old structures.
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Father of six relieved to get a more comfortable home
An Orang Asli father of six in Kampung Orang Asli Batu 8, Sungai Tidong, Jalan Pahang, Tapah, Perak, is grateful to now live in a new, more comfortable RM80,000 home built under Jakoa's Orang Asli Home Assistance Project. He previously lived in an old, cramped house with his extended family.
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Woman found in bag in Sungai Perak was bound before being dumped – Police
Police believe the woman found in a bag in Sungai Perak near Lembah Jetty, Kuala Kangsar, on Aug 14 was bound and had her face covered before being thrown into the river. Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the victim's identity is still unknown and forensic results are pending. In a separate matter, he said police will investigate allegations of online gambling at several premises in Taiping.
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Bus hits PLUS barrier: Driver drowsy due to heart medication - Police
A bus crashed into the central divider of the PLUS highway at KM 328.3 between Bidor and Tapah, Perak. Police said the driver, who was on a journey from Kajang to Kulim without passengers, fell asleep due to the influence of heart medication. The driver was taken to Tapah Hospital for treatment.
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Police seize 168 bitcoin mining units in Perak
Police in Perak conducted raids in Sungai Siput and Sri Iskandar, seizing 168 bitcoin mining units and arresting a suspect with eight prior criminal records. The operation, with Tenaga Nasional Berhad, targeted abandoned premises used for illegal mining and electricity theft.
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Difficulty identifying woman's body in suitcase, police yet to trace suspect
Police in Perak are struggling to identify a woman's body found in a suitcase in Sungai Perak near Jambatan Sayong, Kuala Kangsar, last month. They believe she is not a Malaysian citizen and are awaiting forensic results to determine the motive and find the suspect.
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Boy dies falling from Victoria Bridge: Police open investigation under Child Act
A three-year-old boy died after falling five meters from the Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Sungai Siput, Perak, on Monday. Police have opened an investigation under the Child Act 2001 for possible neglect, though initial witness statements suggest the child fell into a hole while walking.
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Police raid four Bitcoin mines, seize 168 machines
Police in Perak conducted raids on illegal Bitcoin mining operations in Sungai Siput and Seri Iskandar, seizing 168 mining machines and arresting one man. The raids were carried out with cooperation from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).
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Fewer than 150 Malayan Tigers remain, more patrollers needed
At a celebration in Pos Yum, Perak, conservation group Rimau said that while patrol efforts have increased, more patrollers and sustainable funding are needed to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger in habitats like the Korbu forest landscape.
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Vacant houses turned into mining farms! Police uncover Bitcoin mining syndicate breaking into empty premises to install rigs
Police in Perak conducted four raids on National Day in Sungai Siput and Seri Iskandar, dismantling Bitcoin mining operations that stole electricity. They seized 168 mining machines worth about RM500,000 and arrested a 39-year-old man. The syndicate targeted vacant premises whose owners often work in Kuala Lumpur or Selangor.
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MSOSH Calls For Safety Audit After Toddler's Death At Victoria Bridge
A three-year-old boy died after falling from Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Kuala Kangsar. MSOSH has called for a comprehensive safety audit of the site and other heritage attractions nationwide.
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Ipoh festival to celebrate diverse coffee cultures
The first-ever Ipoh Coffee Vibes festival will be held from Sept 10-13 at the Riverfront Old Town Ipoh, featuring food, music, and coffee from various cultures. The event, announced by state committee chairman Loh Sze Yee, targets 40,000 visitors and includes a lucky draw for those spending RM50 or more.
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Victoria Bridge access partly closed after child's fatal fall
The Victoria Bridge tourist attraction near Enggor in Sungai Siput, Perak, was temporarily closed after a three-year-old boy fell five metres to his death. The Kuala Kangsar Municipal Council restricted access to the iron structure and is seeking funds for safety improvements.
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Tragedy at tourist spot: 3-year-old boy falls from bridge and dies while holding father's hand
A 3-year-old boy, Abdul Rafi Abdul Halim, died after falling from the Victoria Bridge in Enggor, near Kuala Kangsar, Perak, while on a family trip. He was walking with his father when he slipped and fell about 5 meters to the road below. The Kuala Kangsar Municipal Council has temporarily closed the bridge with barriers for public safety.
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Three-year-old boy dies after falling from Victoria Bridge
A three-year-old boy died after falling through a hole in Victoria Bridge in Enggor, Kuala Kangsar, while on holiday with his family. The child was pronounced dead at Kuala Kangsar Hospital.
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Police detain four men suspected of breaking into factory
Police in Batu Gajah arrested four local men suspected of breaking into a factory in the Pengkalan 3 Industrial Area, Pusing, last Sunday. The arrests followed a patrol that spotted two men acting suspiciously at the factory; all four were remanded at the Ipoh Magistrate's Court.
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Bercham 10 fire: One hurt as major blaze damages nine factory lots in Ipoh
A fire at a plastics factory in Persiaran Industri Bercham 10, Bercham, Ipoh, spread to nine factory lots, injuring a 42-year-old man. Firefighters brought the blaze under control.
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Man in Ultraman costume detained at Perak National Day celebration
A man in an Ultraman costume with a psychiatric history was detained by police near the main stage of the state-level National Day celebration in Ipoh, Perak. Police said he caused no disturbance but was behaving suspiciously, and he will be referred to Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta.
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RM1b urban forest set to turn Tambun into Ipoh's next tourism hotspot
A RM1 billion urban forest development in Tambun, Ipoh, is expected to be completed within three years. The project, a collaboration between Team Keris Bhd, RJJ Hotels, and the Malaysian Chinese Restaurant Association, aims to boost tourism, hospitality, and F&B in the area. The signing ceremony for the agreements took place in Ipoh on August 28.