Crime & Safety news in Kuching

2 stories within reach of Kuching, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. BNM warns of scammers using phone numbers similar to STR, Sara hotlines and impersonating MoF officials

   2 days ago Malay Mail Kuching

   Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has issued a warning about scammers impersonating its officials and using phone numbers similar to the STR and Sara hotlines, as well as posing as Ministry of Finance (MoF) officials. The public is urged to be cautious and verify any suspicious calls or messages.

2. GiatMARA Kuching building destroyed in fire

   56 minutes ago Harian Metro Taman Budaya, Kuching, Sarawak

   A fire destroyed the GiatMARA Kuching building in Taman Budaya, Kuching, Sarawak, on the night of the report. Firefighters from multiple stations responded, controlling the blaze by midnight and fully extinguishing it by 1:41 a.m. No injuries were reported, and the cause and losses are under investigation.