Crime & Safety news in Kota Kinabalu
8 stories within reach of Kota Kinabalu, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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RM120.43 million drugs to be disposed, Sabah JSJN continues fight against syndicates
Sabah police will dispose of drugs worth RM120.43 million from 5,732 investigation papers. The disposal will occur in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. Ops Bayu operations have led to 41 arrests, and cooperation with AKPS at KKIA has resulted in 50 cases and 36 arrests since July 2025.
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Two relief centres opened after Kota Kinabalu fire tragedy leaves 200 victims homeless
Two temporary relief centres have been opened in Kota Kinabalu to house about 200 victims left homeless by a fire tragedy. The centres are located at Dewan Kampung Likas and Dewan Damai.
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Three children killed as massive Kota Kinabalu fire razes over 200 squatter houses
A massive fire in Kota Kinabalu destroyed over 200 squatter houses, tragically killing three children. The blaze swept through three villages, prompting a large emergency response.
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Early morning fire in Kota Kinabalu squatter area, 39 personnel deployed to contain blaze
A fire broke out at stilt houses in a squatter area in Kampung Numbak, Kota Kinabalu, early this morning. Firefighters deployed 39 personnel to contain the blaze, which affected the local community.
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Zara Qairina inquest: Handwriting on loose sheets matches mysterious ‘Wina’
The inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir in Kota Kinabalu heard that handwriting on loose sheets matches that of the mysterious 'Wina', a key figure in the case. The findings were presented during the coroner's proceedings.
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Zara Qairina inquest: Forensic examiner finds multiple writers in student’s journals
A forensic examiner testified at the inquest into Zara Qairina Mahathir's death that multiple writers contributed to her journals, raising questions about the authenticity of the entries. The finding adds complexity to the investigation into the student's death in Kota Kinabalu.
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Coroner walks out during Zara Qairina inquest after saying ‘Am I not fair enough?’ twice
A coroner walked out of the inquest into Zara Qairina Mahathir's death after repeatedly asking 'Am I not fair enough?' The incident occurred during proceedings in Kota Kinabalu, highlighting tensions in the court.
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Sabah CM Hajiji announces RM3,000 aid for each household hit by Kota Kinabalu fire
A fire in Kampung Lok Buta, Kota Kinabalu destroyed over 200 homes and killed three children. The Sabah government announced RM3,000 aid for each affected Malaysian household, with additional support for rebuilding and basic necessities.