News near Kampung Ayer Merbau Jasin Melaka
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Ambulance driver charged with reckless driving causing death of college student
A private ambulance driver, Mohd Noorikhmal Baharuddin, 41, pleaded not guilty at the Jasin Magistrate's Court to a charge of reckless driving causing the death of 18-year-old college student Muhammad Amirul Asyraaf Md Azizan. The incident occurred at a traffic light at the Kampung Ayer Merbau junction on 26 August. The court set bail at RM3,000 and scheduled the next mention for 17 September.
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Rampage in hostel, Tunas Bakti resident admits to damaging property
An 18-year-old resident of Sekolah Tunas Bakti Sungai Lereh pleaded guilty to a charge of mischief for damaging property at the school's hostel in Ayer Keroh. The Magistrate's Court ordered her to be sent to Hospital Permai in Tampoi, Johor Bahru for psychiatric evaluation before sentencing.
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Driver dies after being run over by his own lorry, believed to have forgotten to pull the handbrake
A 72-year-old man died after being run over by his lorry in Taman Mawar, Machap Baru, Alor Gajah, Melaka. The lorry rolled forward, allegedly because the handbrake was not engaged, and struck the man as he walked towards a guard post. Police are investigating under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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Elavarasan confident Melaka can bounce back
Melaka FC coach E. Elavarasan believes his team can overturn a 1-0 deficit against Penang FC in their FA Cup tie. He cited a missed penalty by Kpah Sherman as a key moment but praised goalkeeper Azhan's performance.
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Wan Rohaimi praises Azhan, the tonic as Penang down Melaka
Penang FC coach Wan Rohaimi praised goalkeeper Khairulazhan Mohd Khalid for his key role in a 1-0 win over Melaka FC in the Piala FA at Stadium Hang Jebat. Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal, while Azhan saved a late penalty.
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Penang beats Melaka, Wan Rohaimi praises Azhan
Penang FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Melaka FC in a Piala FA match at Stadium Hang Jebat, with coach Wan Rohaimi praising goalkeeper Khairulazhan Mohd Khalid for his crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal of the match in the 33rd minute.
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Kelantan City stun Negri Sembilan in FA Cup upset
A1 Semi-Pro League side Kelantan City beat Super League outfit Negri Sembilan 2-0 in the first leg of the FA Cup Round of 16 at the Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium in Kota Baru. Other first-leg results saw Kedah FA draw 2-2 with Star City FC, Penang edge Melaka 1-0, and Sabah draw 2-2 with Selangor.
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Faith emerges as Penang's hero at Hang Jebat
Penang FC defeated Melaka FC 1-0 in the Piala FA Round of 16 at Stadium Hang Jebat, Paya Rumput, Melaka. Nigerian import Obilor Faith Friday scored the only goal, while Melaka's Kpah Sherman missed a late penalty.
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2nd Creative Arts & Social Science International Conference (CASSIC2026)
2nd Creative Arts & Social Science International Conference (CASSIC2026). 1 September to 3 September 2026, at Holiday Inn Melaka.
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Teen feared drowned had told friend he couldn't swim
An 18-year-old man is feared drowned after going missing while bathing at a beach near Prima Klebang, Melaka. His friend stated the victim had previously said he could not swim. A search and rescue operation is underway.
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JPS compactor roller driver dies after losing control of vehicle
A 45-year-old man died after the compactor roller he was driving lost control and plunged into a ditch while carrying out maintenance work at Kampung Anak Ayer Durian Daun, Kampung Pondoi, Tampin. He was taken to Hospital Tampin but was pronounced dead at 3pm. Police have opened an investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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After Guantanamo, Nazir is discovering what it means to be free
Nazir Lep, a Malaysian who spent nearly two decades at Guantanamo Bay, is adjusting to a new life in Kampung Jeram Masjid, Muar. He describes freedom as feeling like a 'bigger prison' and is learning to cope with societal perceptions and the loss of time.
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Melaka rider relieved his voice was heard
The Melaka Chief Minister, Ab Rauf Yusoh, tried working as a p-hailing food delivery rider in Masjid Tanah to understand the challenges they face. Delivery riders welcomed the gesture, and a resident was surprised when the Chief Minister delivered his food order. The state government is also drafting a motorcycle maintenance subsidy proposal for riders.
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Melaka CM becomes a p-hailing 'rider', delivers orders to customers' homes
Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh worked as a p-hailing rider in Masjid Tanah to understand the challenges faced by delivery workers. He delivered food to a customer in Pengkalan Balak and later announced that over 3,000 p-hailing workers in Melaka would benefit from an assistance package being drafted.
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E-hailing driver's quick thinking saves grandmother's RM10,000 from 'love scam' gang
In Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, an e-hailing driver alerted police when a 71-year-old woman tried to transfer RM10,000 to a love scam syndicate at a BSN bank. Police intervened and prevented the transaction, but the victim had already lost RM9,850 in two earlier transfers.