Police launch lockdown operation after ten migrants escape Tanah Merah Immigration Depot
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — Ten undocumented migrants escaped from the Tanah Merah Immigration Depot early this morning,...
News near Tanah Merah
24 stories within reach of Tanah Merah, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
Man dies after car carrying rice sacks crashes into ditch in Tanah Merah
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — A 39-year-old man died after the Proton Wira he was driving, which was carrying sacks of ri...
IGP: Police awaiting Indonesia report on Malaysian couple arrested over drug-laced vapes
The Royal Malaysian Police is awaiting a full report from Indonesian authorities regarding a Malaysian couple arrested in Indonesia for allegedly distributing drug-laced vapes. The Inspector-General of Police confirmed that the report is needed to proceed with further investigations.
IGP: Tighter border controls help curb smuggling, illegal activities
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain stated that stricter border controls at Malaysia's entry points have effectively curbed smuggling and illegal activities. He highlighted the positive impact of enhanced security measures during a visit to the border area in Pasir Mas.
Southern Thailand violence puts a damper on cross-border travel from Malaysia
The article reports that ongoing violence in Southern Thailand has reduced cross-border travel from Malaysia, affecting movement through the Rantau Panjang ICQS in Pasir Mas. Local businesses and travelers are impacted by safety concerns and stricter security measures.
Police say Pasir Mas crash kills elderly woman and granddaughter, third victim hospitalised with injuries
An elderly woman and her granddaughter were killed in a car crash in Pasir Mas, while a third victim was hospitalised with injuries. Police confirmed the incident involving a Perodua Axia.
No militants have crossed into Malaysia after southern Thailand attacks, authorities say
PASIR MAS, Aug 23 — There has been no reported attempt by militants or guerrillas from Southern Thailand to cross...
‘The walls shook’: Southern Thailand blasts send a scare across the border into Pasir Mas
PASIR MAS, Aug 23 — The sound of explosions from a string of bomb attacks in southern Thailand last night was stro...
Police investigate Pasir Mas classroom clash as teacher allegedly hits pupil and mother with cane
PASIR MAS, Aug 14 — Police have detained a 54 year old teacher accused of assaulting a pupil and the boy’s m...
At 76, Mustapa Mohamed rules out GE16 return, urges young leaders to take helm
PASIR MAS, Aug 5 — Former Jeli Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed has reaffirmed that he has no inten...
China penalises 10 people for misinformation over deadly mudslide
Chinese authorities penalized 10 individuals for spreading misinformation online about a deadly mudslide along the Nepal border, as rescuers continue searching for hundreds missing at a border crossing on the Tibetan side.
Malaysian caught in Golok lockdown after bomb blasts stranded in Thai town
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — A Malaysian visitor to Sungai Golok in southern Thailand found himself caught in a night of c...
Thai police detain two Kelantan men for possession of 1,560 Epam pills
NARATHIWAT, Aug 22 — Two Malaysians were detained by Thai police in Sungai Kolok here on Thursday night after auth...
Police arrest drug suspect after struggle with machete leaves officer injured in Jeli
KOTA BHARU, Aug 21 — A suspect believed to be involved in drug trafficking was arrested after brandishing a machet...
K9 sniffer dog joins third-day search for missing 14-year-old in Kelantan river
KUALA KRAI, Aug 13 — K9 sniffer dog Frankie from the Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) headquarters h...
One of two boys missing after river dip in Kuala Krai found dead, search continues for second 14-year-old (VIDEO)
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The body of one of two 14-year-old boys who went missing while bathing in a river in Kampung...
Car rental to Rohingya: 34 vehicle owners in Kelantan charged in court
A total of 34 vehicle owners in Kelantan were charged in court for various offenses, including renting vehicles to Rohingya who do not hold valid driving licenses.
Govt monitoring inflation to avoid cost pressure on the people amid West Asia crisis, says deputy minister
Deputy Minister assures that the government is monitoring inflation movements to prevent cost pressures on the people amid the West Asia crisis. The statement was made in Kota Bharu, emphasizing the government's commitment to mitigating economic impacts.
Kelantan police hunt depot escapees in numbered greens, warn Kota Bharu residents against direct confrontation
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — The 10 undocumented migrants who escaped from the Tanah Merah Immigration Depot, actively bei...
Teen girl fled motorcyclist after he allegedly told her to undress, Kelantan police now investigating possible sexual assault
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — Police are looking into a possible sexual offence involving a 15-year-old girl who was found...
No Malaysians affected by simultaneous attacks in three southern Thai provinces, says Kelantan police chief
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — Kelantan Police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said there is no report of Malaysians being aff...
Kota Bharu hospital says drug‑positive newborn now stable, no longer showing withdrawal symptoms
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — A baby girl who tested positive for drugs after being born at Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospit...
Police advise Malaysian motorcyclists and drivers entering Thailand to comply with local laws
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — Malaysian motorcyclists and motorists entering Thailand are advised to comply with local laws...
Kelantan police vow firm action against ‘tonto’ used to block enforcement in human‑smuggling cases
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — Police will take firm action against human-smuggling syndicates using ‘tonto’ to...