Crime & Safety news in Klang Valley
24 stories within reach of Klang Valley, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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MAHA Expo hall closed after smoke incident, visitors evacuated as safety checks carried out
Exhibition Hall A at MAEPS in Serdang was temporarily closed after a smoke incident, prompting visitor evacuation and safety checks. The closure was precautionary, and operations resumed after authorities ensured the area was safe.
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More than 2,300 police deployed for National Day celebrations in Putrajaya
Police have deployed 2,354 personnel to ensure security and order during the National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. The deployment covers various locations and aims to facilitate a safe event for attendees.
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Wisma Putra: Two Malaysians found safe after Nepal floods, 55 remain unreachable
Two Malaysians reported missing after flash floods and landslides in Nepal have been found safe, while 55 others remain unreachable. The Malaysian Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) is coordinating with authorities to locate the remaining individuals.
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Malaysian Fire Dept ready to deploy specialist rescue team to Nepal as nine hikers remain uncontactable
The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department is prepared to send its specialist rescue team to Nepal to assist in locating nine hikers who have lost contact. The team is on standby for deployment pending official approval.
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Ex-Tabung Haji chairman, former Treasury sec-gen arrested by MACC over RCI findings
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) arrested a former Tabung Haji chairman and a former Treasury secretary-general in connection with findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI). The arrests took place in Putrajaya, highlighting ongoing corruption investigations into the management of Tabung Haji.
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Top court upholds acquittal of Perak man accused of killing dad, says no defence needed on insanity grounds
The Federal Court upheld the acquittal of a 55-year-old Perak man accused of killing his father, ruling that his defence of insanity was not required. The court found that the prosecution failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
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Penang tycoon Tan Kok Ping loses libel appeal against CM Chow Kon Yeow, ordered to pay RM50,000
The Court of Appeal upheld the High Court's dismissal of Penang tycoon Tan Kok Ping's libel appeal against Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, ordering him to pay RM50,000 in costs. The ruling affirms the earlier decision in favor of Chow.
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Four suspects remanded after 29-year-old slashed with sharp weapons in brutal Kajang roadside attack
Police have detained four men to assist investigations into a brutal attack in Kajang where a 29-year-old man was slashed with sharp weapons. The victim was found seriously injured by the roadside. The suspects have been remanded to facilitate the investigation.
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Teen beaten for refusing to join gang
A 15-year-old boy was assaulted by five teenagers at a condominium in Bukit Jalil after declining to join their gang. He was treated at a hospital, and police arrested the suspects in Cheras.
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Police fire several shots before arresting cable theft suspect
Police in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, fired several shots to arrest a cable theft suspect after the vehicle he was in tried to flee a police inspection. The suspect was arrested and the incident is under investigation.
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Snatch thieves fail to grab woman’s handbag, but rip RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist outside Cheras home
Two men on a motorcycle attempted to snatch a 49-year-old woman's handbag outside her home in Cheras, but failed. However, they managed to rip a RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist before fleeing. The incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur.
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After ex-PM Ismail Sabri, MACC says ex-minister to be charged with corruption tomorrow
A former federal minister will be charged with corruption in the Sessions Court tomorrow, following the recent charge against ex-PM Ismail Sabri. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission confirmed the upcoming charge.
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Police say no report received on roadside fight incident
Ampang Jaya police have not received any report about a viral video showing a woman lying on the roadside and a fight breaking out in Pandan Jaya. Police are aware of the incident but cannot investigate without an official report.
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Police probe viral video of headscarves with incomplete Jalur Gemilang patterns in Subang Jaya
Police are investigating a viral video showing headscarves with incomplete Jalur Gemilang patterns sold in Subang Jaya, which may disrespect the national flag. The case is being probed under the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act 1963.
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Subang Jaya police open investigation into viral Facebook claim against officers
Police in Subang Jaya have launched an investigation into a viral Facebook post making allegations against officers. The probe aims to determine the validity of the claims and take appropriate action.
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Driver trapped, suffers broken arm in four-vehicle crash on Subang route towards Federal Highway
A driver was trapped and suffered a broken arm in a four-vehicle crash on the Subang route towards Federal Highway in Kuala Lumpur. Emergency services responded to the incident, and the injured driver was extricated from the vehicle.
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Man 'wanted' arrested after 30-minute chase, 6 shots fired
A cable theft suspect with 37 prior records was arrested after a 30-minute chase from the Awan Besar Toll Plaza on the KESAS Highway to Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. Six shots were fired during the incident.
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Lawyer seeks reduced sentence for Malaysian fraud victim jailed in Japan
The lawyer appointed by the family of a 24-year-old Malaysian sentenced to four years in prison in Japan will travel to the country again to attend an appeal hearing seeking a reduction of his sentence.
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Fashion designer Rizalman says adopted son stable but under close monitoring after being dragged by lorry
Fashion designer Datuk Rizalman Ibrahim reports that his adopted son Umar Nail is in stable condition but remains under close medical monitoring after being dragged by a lorry. The incident occurred recently, and the family is grateful for the support received.
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Nepal floods leave 55 Malaysians uncontactable, 36 more missing in China, says ministry
The Malaysian ministry reported that 55 Malaysians in Nepal and 36 in China are uncontactable following severe floods in the region. Efforts are underway to locate them and ensure their safety.
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Immigration to seek Thai details on syndicate trafficking China nationals from Cambodia into Malaysia
The Immigration Department of Malaysia will collaborate with Thai authorities to gather detailed information about a syndicate trafficking Chinese nationals from Cambodia into Malaysia. The move aims to enhance cross-border cooperation and combat human trafficking.
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‘We can only pray’: Family of missing Malaysian in Nepal tragedy anxiously awaits news
The family of a missing Malaysian in the Nepal plane crash is anxiously awaiting news, relying on prayer and patience. The article highlights their emotional distress and hope for positive updates.
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Desa ParkCity family tragedy takes new turn as police reveal illegal investment issue alongside alleged love scam
Police investigating the deaths of a family of four at a Desa ParkCity condominium have revealed an illegal investment issue alongside an alleged love scam, adding a new twist to the tragic case.
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Wisma Putra: 55 Malaysians still uncontactable as checks expand to Nepal–China border areas
Fifty-five Malaysians remain uncontactable following devastating floods and landslides in Nepal, with checks expanding to Nepal-China border areas. Wisma Putra is coordinating with authorities to locate them.