Law Enforcement Activity news in Meru
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Activist arrested for sedition over posts on temple demolition protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, for allegedly posting seditious content on social media related to a protest over the demolition of an Hindu temple in Kangar. The Kangar police chief said the activist was remanded for two days and is being investigated under the Sedition Act and for misuse of internet facilities.
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Activist arrested in Petaling Jaya for sedition over Kangar temple protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, yesterday and remanded for two days starting today. The arrest is linked to TikTok posts suspected of inciting the public over the demolition of a temple in Kangar on August 22. Police received 14 reports about the posts, and the case is being investigated under the Sedition Act 1948.
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Activist remanded for two days over social media posts on temple demolition protest
A 55-year-old activist was arrested in Petaling Jaya and remanded for two days over social media posts related to a planned gathering at a Hindu temple site in Kangar. The gathering was seen as a response to the temple's demolition by authorities on Aug 20. Police are investigating the case for sedition and improper use of network facilities.
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KPF members protest in KL over delayed share redemption payments since 2023
More than 30 members of Koperasi Permodalan Felda Malaysia (KPF) staged a demonstration and hunger strike in Kuala Lumpur over delayed share redemption payments. Members say they have been waiting since 2023 and are seeking the Prime Minister's intervention to resolve the issue affecting over 9,000 people nationwide.
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Police arrest man over TikTok post on temple demolition gathering
Police in Kangar arrested a 55-year-old man in Petaling Jaya over a TikTok post promoting a gathering at the site of a demolished temple in Bukit Lagi. The post was suspected of inciting tensions following the temple's demolition on Aug 20. The suspect was remanded for two days to assist investigations under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.
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Man who provoked crowd at Putrajaya National Day event: police await DPP instructions
Police have referred the investigation paper on a man accused of causing a disturbance at the National Day celebrations in Dataran Putrajaya to the Deputy Public Prosecutor. The suspect, a 30-year-old cook, tested positive for THC and turned himself in. Police have recorded statements from seven witnesses.
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Police refer National Day provocation case in Putrajaya to DPP
Putrajaya police have referred investigation papers on a man suspected of causing a commotion during the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya to the Deputy Public Prosecutor. The 30-year-old suspect, who tested positive for THC, surrendered at the Putrajaya district police headquarters. Police are awaiting further instructions and have recorded statements from seven witnesses.
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Man who caused ruckus at Putrajaya National Day event tests positive for drugs
Police in Putrajaya have referred the investigation papers on a man suspected of causing a commotion during the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya to the Deputy Public Prosecutor. The 30-year-old suspect tested positive for THC and surrendered himself at the Putrajaya district police headquarters. Police have recorded statements from seven witnesses.
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Foreigners charged with illegally building houses by river in Selayang
An illegal settlement along Sungai Batu in Selayang, occupied by foreigners including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, was exposed. The residents fled upon the arrival of investigators, leaving behind evidence. The Immigration Department has taken note and will discuss with local authorities.
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Second suspect in Sri Petaling cable theft remanded seven days
Police in Kuala Lumpur arrested a second suspect in connection with a cable theft in Sri Petaling. The 32-year-old driver of a Ford Ranger was remanded for seven days after a chase that ended in a crash on Jalan Hang Tuah 4.
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Former TH COO Adi Azuan Expected to Be Charged Tomorrow
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani is expected to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. The charge relates to findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into TH, which included alleged misconduct and abuse of power.
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RCI TH: Several individuals to be charged
Several individuals, including a former minister, will be charged in court over the Tabung Haji RCI report. The charges relate to corruption, embezzlement, and abuse of power in various investments and contracts. The SPRM chief commissioner announced the charges in Putrajaya, with court appearances scheduled in Shah Alam and Kuala Lumpur.
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Cook arrested for inciting crowd at National Day parade in Putrajaya; remanded one day
A 30-year-old cook was arrested in Putrajaya for allegedly urging the public to break through safety barriers at the 2026 National Day celebration, causing a stampede that injured several people. He was produced in court and remanded for one day to assist investigations.
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Former minister produced for remand in Tabung Haji (TH) probe
A former minister was produced at the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand in connection with investigations into the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report. He was arrested by MACC yesterday while giving a statement at its headquarters, believed to be linked to a hotel lease in Saudi Arabia involving Tabung Haji.
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UTC Pudu passport cover spat a misunderstanding, says lawyer
A lawyer says a viral dispute over an allegedly stolen passport cover at the UTC Pudu Immigration counter in Kuala Lumpur was a misunderstanding. His client, a first-time passport applicant, claims she accidentally took the cover. Police are investigating the case.
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Police crackdown in Klang, Kuala Selangor: 262 motorcycles inspected; 155 summonses issued!
Police conducted two operations in Kuala Selangor and Klang, inspecting 262 motorcycles and issuing 155 summonses for traffic violations. In Klang, two people were arrested for drunk driving.
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Serial cable thief arrested after 30-minute KL car chase
A suspected cable thief with 37 prior offences was arrested after a 30-minute car chase in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 31. Police fired shots during the chase, which ended when the suspect's vehicle crashed into another car in Sri Petaling. A 29-year-old man was arrested, while the driver fled.