Crime & Safety news in Kuala Lumpur
24 stories within reach of Kuala Lumpur, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Caprice defamation case to proceed after mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad 'Baddestcoach' Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram. The next case management is scheduled for September 7.
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Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice heads to trial as mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram, and a consent order was previously recorded for removal of the statements.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a serial cable thief after a 30-minute car chase. The suspect was apprehended, while a second suspect, the driver, managed to flee the scene.
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'Wanted' man 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 for a 24-year-old Malaysian sentenced to four years in prison in Japan will return to Japan for an appeal hearing to seek a reduced sentence. The appeal is on behalf of the fraud victim's family.
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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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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.
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Desa ParkCity deaths: Post-mortems show two children were stabbed in the neck, mother suffered sharp-force wounds, says KL police chief
Two children found dead at a Desa ParkCity home were killed by stab wounds to the neck, while their mother suffered sharp-force wounds, according to Kuala Lumpur police chief. The incident is under investigation.
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Police detain seven Yemeni men after viral video of dangerous car stunt at Jalan Sungai Besi
Police in Kuala Lumpur detained seven Yemeni men after a viral video showed them performing a dangerous car stunt on Jalan Sungai Besi. The men are being investigated for reckless driving and endangering public safety.
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Nine years in remand, murder trial still at prosecution stage: Orang Asli man finally released
An Orang Asli man was released after nine years in remand as his murder trial remained at the prosecution stage. The court's decision to free him highlights prolonged detention issues in Malaysia's legal system.
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Saravanan claims trial to three corruption charges involving RM1.097m, granted RM450,000 bail
Former Malaysian human resources minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan claimed trial to three corruption charges involving RM1.097 million and was granted RM450,000 bail. The case is being heard in Kuala Lumpur.
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Former HR minister M Saravanan arrives at KL court to cheers from supporters
Former Human Resources Minister M Saravanan arrived at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex, greeted by cheers from his supporters. The visit is likely related to ongoing legal proceedings.
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1MDB ex-CEO says he took Jho Low’s word on Petrosaudi deal
Former 1MDB CEO Datuk Shahrol Azral Ibrahim testified in court that he relied on fugitive financier Low Taek Jho's assurances regarding the Petrosaudi investment, without independent verification. The testimony is part of the ongoing 1MDB corruption trial.
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Ismail Sabri out on RM300,000 bail after son settles payment
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was released on RM300,000 bail after his son settled the payment, following his court appearance in Kuala Lumpur.
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MACC gets seven-day remand for former Tabung Haji chairman, ex-Treasury sec-gen
A former Tabung Haji chairman and an ex-Treasury secretary-general have been remanded for seven days by the MACC in connection with an ongoing investigation. The remand order was issued in Kuala Lumpur.
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Foul smell leads to discovery of body in aircraft wheel compartment at KLIA2
A foul smell led to the discovery of an unidentified body in the wheel compartment of an aircraft at KLIA2 in Kuala Lumpur. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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The Times frontman recalls last conversation with late guitarist, urges dashcam witnesses to come forward
Naza Mohamad, frontman of Malaysian indie band The Times, recalls his last conversation with the late guitarist and appeals to dashcam witnesses to come forward, likely in connection with an incident involving the guitarist.
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Ex-PM Ismail Sabri charged with failure to declare assets to MACC; pleads not guilty
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was charged in court for failing to declare assets to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). He pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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More than 80 Ismail Sabri supporters travel three hours from Bera to KL court complex
More than 80 supporters of former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob traveled three hours from Bera to the Kuala Lumpur court complex to show support during his court proceedings.
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Ismail Sabri arrives in court to face asset declaration charges
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur to face charges related to asset declaration. The article reports on his court appearance for these charges.
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'No comment' 15 times: Lawyer asks High Court to make ex-1MDB CEO answer
The High Court heard that former 1MDB CEO Arul Kanda Kandasamy repeatedly declined to answer questions during cross-examination in a civil suit linked to the 1MDB scandal. The lawyer for the plaintiff requested the court to compel him to respond.