Crime & Safety news in Kuala Langat
24 stories within reach of Kuala Langat, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Police hunt driver after man killed while crossing Shah Alam road
A 45-year-old Bangladeshi man was killed after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Jalan Bukit Kemuning in Shah Alam. The driver fled the scene and police are investigating under the Road Transport Act. Authorities are appealing for witnesses.
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Friends face murder charge over killing of Indonesian man in Klang's Telok Gong
Two friends were charged in a Malaysian court with the murder of an Indonesian man in Klang's Telok Gong area. The charges were brought at the Magistrate's Court, indicating a legal proceeding for the alleged killing.
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Selangor MB says waiting for police technical report on Sunway Lagoon roller coaster incident that hurt 10
Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari stated that the state government is awaiting a technical report from police regarding the Sunway Lagoon roller coaster incident that injured 10 people. He emphasized that the matter is being taken seriously and that safety measures will be reviewed once the report is received.
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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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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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Police probe viral video of headscarves with incomplete Jalur Gemilang patterns in Subang Jaya
Police in Subang Jaya are investigating a viral video showing headscarves with incomplete Jalur Gemilang patterns being sold. The video sparked public concern over the misuse of the national flag. Authorities have confirmed they are looking into the matter.
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Shah Alam brawl that killed man linked to secret society turf war, says Selangor police chief
Police believe a fatal brawl in Shah Alam's Taman Alam Megah was linked to a secret society turf war. The incident resulted in the death of a man, and Selangor police chief has provided details on the suspected motive.
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Sunway Lagoon roller coaster accident that landed two in hospital now under Selangor police probe for possible negligence, sabotage
Selangor police are investigating a roller coaster accident at Sunway Lagoon that hospitalized two people, examining possible negligence or sabotage. The probe aims to determine the cause of the incident at the popular theme park.
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Bandar Utama school murder trial: Defence closes case after boy testifies
The defence has closed its case in the trial of a 15-year-old boy accused of murdering a female student at a secondary school in Bandar Utama, after the boy testified. The trial is ongoing in Shah Alam.
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Police arrest suspect after man dies in Shah Alam brawl
Police in Shah Alam have arrested a man to assist in investigations into a brawl that left another man dead. The incident occurred on August 26, and authorities are continuing their 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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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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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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Three-year-old's gold necklace snatched at Nilai food festival, police probe RM2,900 theft
A three-year-old girl's gold necklace, valued at RM2,900, was snatched at a food festival in Nilai. The police have opened an investigation into the theft.
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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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Four suspects remanded after 29-year-old slashed with sharp weapons in brutal Kajang roadside attack
Four men were remanded for four days after a 29-year-old man was seriously injured in a roadside attack with sharp weapons in Kajang. Police arrested the suspects, who have criminal and drug records, and are investigating under attempted murder and rioting charges. One suspect tested positive for methamphetamine.
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Former warehouse worker held over break-in at old workplace
A former warehouse worker was arrested for breaking into his former workplace in Cheras. Police arrested him less than 12 hours later at an apartment in Puchong, seizing stolen items and evidence. He is being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code for house-breaking.
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Former employee arrested for warehouse break-in
A former employee of an electrical supplier warehouse in Kuala Lumpur was arrested less than 12 hours after allegedly breaking into the warehouse on August 24. Police, acting on a report and CCTV footage, detained the 30-year-old local man at an apartment in Puchong and seized evidence including a cash box and a mobile phone. The suspect, who had no prior criminal record, is being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code.