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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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Taman Alam Mega murder: 8 charged in Shah Alam court over gang killing
Eight people, including two alleged gang members, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court today over the murder of a 23-year-old man in Taman Alam Mega last month. The accused were charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code read with Section 149. The court denied bail and set October 13 for the next mention.
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Court rejects Maju Holdings director and wife's bid for discharge without acquittal
The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur dismissed an application by Maju Holdings director Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed and his wife for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal on charges of criminal breach of trust and money laundering. The court ordered the prosecution to submit a list of witnesses and set November 20 for further case management. Abu Sahid faces charges of misappropriating over RM458.5 million and money laundering, while his wife is charged with receiving proceeds from unlawful activities.
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Eight men, including two brothers, charged with murder over Shah Alam brawl
Eight men, including two brothers, were charged in the Shah Alam magistrates' court with murdering a 23-year-old man during a brawl at Taman Alam Megah last month. No plea was recorded as the case falls under the High Court's jurisdiction, and bail was denied. The court set Oct 13 for mention.
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Eight charged with murder over fatal Taman Alam Megah brawl
Eight men, including two alleged secret society members, were charged at the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with the murder of a man during a brawl in Taman Alam Megah on August 25. The accused were charged under Section 149 of the Penal Code, and no plea was recorded as the case falls under the High Court's jurisdiction. The court denied bail and set October 13 for mention.
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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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Court rejects DNAA bid in RM452m CBT, laundering case against Maju Holdings director and wife
The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur dismissed a discharge application in the CBT and money laundering case against Maju Holdings director Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed and his wife. The court ruled that a discharge not amounting to an acquittal was not relevant and set a new mention date for November 20 to fix a trial date. The charges are linked to the proposed MEX II Highway project.
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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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Couple in Serdang lose RM60,000 to fake e-commerce agent scam
A Chinese national woman and her Malaysian husband in Serdang lost over RM60,000 after falling for a scam offering work as e-commerce platform agents. The victim had to front payments for orders and even borrowed from loan sharks, but was unable to withdraw promised profits. A police report has been filed.
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Eight men, including two brothers, charged with murder in Shah Alam gang fight
Eight men, including two brothers believed to be gang members, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with murdering a man in a fight at Taman Alam Megah on August 25. The victim, Ganesan, 23, died in the incident, which police suspect was caused by a turf war between two gangs. The court set October 13 for the next mention and denied bail.
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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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Customs seize 722kg of drugs worth RM43 million in four Selangor raids
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) seized over 722 kilograms of drugs worth nearly RM43 million in four separate operations in Selangor. The largest seizure involved 505.6 kilograms of ketamine worth RM25.28 million from a warehouse in Section 27, Shah Alam. The drugs were believed to be imported from Spain and the Netherlands, with Malaysia used as a transit point by the syndicate.
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IT officer in Bangsar South loses RM20,000 in SPayLater scam
A 28-year-old IT officer in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, lost RM20,000 after falling for an SPayLater cash-out offer seen on TikTok. Brickfields district police confirmed the incident on September 1 and the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
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Over 20 old graves and artifacts found on Taman Bukit Jati hill slope, Klang
Residents of Taman Bukit Jati in Klang claim there are over 20 old graves and artifacts such as swords on an undeveloped hill slope. The discovery includes mystical incidents reported during a road construction project in 1996. Residents suspect the area may have been a pre-independence workers' burial site.
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Eight people, including two brothers, charged with murder in Shah Alam
Eight individuals, including two brothers, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with murdering a 23-year-old man on August 25. The incident occurred on Jalan Mandolin 33/5, Taman Alam Megah, and the court has set October 13 for the post-mortem report.
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Customs seize RM42.82 million drugs in four Selangor raids
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized over 722 kilograms of drugs worth nearly RM43 million in four separate operations in Selangor. The largest seizure involved 505.6 kilograms of ketamine worth RM25.28 million from a warehouse in Section 27, Shah Alam. Malaysia is being used as a transit point by international drug syndicates.
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Customs seizes RM43m drugs in four Selangor operations
The Customs Department seized nearly RM43 million worth of drugs in four separate operations in Selangor in July. The largest haul was 505.6kg of ketamine found in a Shah Alam warehouse, with other seizures in Klang and Ampang. Authorities believe syndicates are using Malaysia as a transit point for drug trafficking.
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Appeals court grants Najib and son stay in bankruptcy case over tax arrears
The Court of Appeal in Putrajaya has granted former Prime Minister Najib Razak and his son Nazifuddin a stay of bankruptcy proceedings against them. The stay was granted pending their appeals to the Special Commissioners of Income Tax against tax assessments from the Inland Revenue Board, which is seeking RM1.69 billion from Najib and RM37.6 million from his son.
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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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Six Malaysians held over drug smuggling case linked to co-pilot arrested in Jakarta
Malaysian police have detained six local men in connection with a drug smuggling case involving a Malaysian co-pilot arrested at Jakarta's airport. Four of the suspects had fled to Thailand and Vietnam before returning to Malaysia, where they were arrested. The co-pilot was caught with drugs worth an estimated RM45 million.
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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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Soap foam, not snow, covered 500m stretch of Kesas highway after rain
A 500-metre stretch of the Kesas highway in Shah Alam was covered in soap foam on September 3, after heavy rain washed up residue from a lorry spill that occurred on August 24. Police said the foam made the road slippery, raising concerns among motorists, and the highway concessionaire carried out a second cleaning.