Crime & Safety news in Kuching Sarawak
9 stories within reach of Kuching Sarawak, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Use SOSMA to tackle drug trafficking, organized crime
Sarawak police commissioner warns that SOSMA will be used against drug trafficking syndicates and organized crime groups active in the state. Several groups are under police radar, and action will be taken if sufficient evidence is found. The commissioner also addressed haze-related health precautions for police personnel.
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Sarawak police to intensify action against serious crime
Sarawak police will intensify action against serious crime, including drug trafficking and organised crime, using SOSMA. The police commissioner warned groups involved in such activities, and also reminded officers to follow health SOPs during haze conditions.
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Sarawak's 17 new seat proposal on display from today; Kuching parliamentary constituency gains Tabuan Jaya seat
The Election Commission has begun a 30-day public display of its proposal to add 17 new state seats in Sarawak, increasing the total from 82 to 99. One of the new seats, Tabuan Jaya, will be added to the Kuching parliamentary constituency, with its boundaries detailed. The public can view the proposals and provide feedback at designated centers, including the Kuching South City Council hall.
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Police are not Superman, take care of health during haze - Mohamad Zainal
Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah reminded police officers on field duty to wear face masks to protect their health during the ongoing haze, following SOPs from the Ministry of Health. He noted that continuous exposure to polluted air can affect respiratory health and eyes, and the police are sourcing N95 masks while still having stock from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Sarawak police to hunt crime syndicates, drugs using SOSMA
Sarawak police will intensify action against organized crime, syndicates, violence, and drug trafficking, including using SOSMA if sufficient evidence is found. The police commissioner emphasized zero tolerance and noted that some groups are under surveillance, with possible larger operations ahead.
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Haze: Police not Superman, wear face masks in the field
Sarawak Police Commissioner reminds officers to wear face masks due to haze, citing health risks. N95 masks are being sourced, and SOPs from the Health Ministry must be followed.
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Late-night blaze leaves Giatmara Kuching building 80 pct damaged
A fire broke out at the Giatmara Kuching building on Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui late Monday night, damaging about 80 percent of the structure. Firefighters from Padungan, Batu Lintang, and Tabuan Jaya stations responded, bringing the blaze under control by 12:08am. The cause and total losses are under investigation.
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Giatmara Kuching building destroyed in fire
A fire at the Giatmara Kuching building in Taman Budaya destroyed about 80% of the structure. Firefighters from Padungan, Batu Lintang, and Tabuan Jaya stations responded, controlling the blaze by midnight. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
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Man gets jail, caning for snatching mum's gold necklace
A 26-year-old food delivery rider in Kuching was sentenced to seven years' jail and five strokes of the cane for snatching his mother's gold necklace. He pleaded guilty to robbery under Section 392 of the Penal Code, and was also found positive for drugs.