The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Police have arrested a suspended officer suspected of leading a major methamphetamine trafficking organisation. Five individuals are in custody following raids under Operation Waja, which resulted in the seizure of RM21.3 million worth of drugs destined for domestic and overseas markets.
A Bentong prison employee has been detained on suspicion of accepting payment to smuggle banned materials into the facility. The alleged misconduct highlights vulnerabilities in institutional oversight and corrupt practices within the correctional system.
A man suspected of stealing donations from boxes at a mosque in Sungai Buloh has been arrested following an investigation by police. The suspect is believed responsible for multiple thefts from the religious facility.
Twelve Malaysian police officers, including senior ranks, have been detained for allegedly attempting to extort RM2 million from a Chinese businessman. The arrests signal escalating corruption concerns within law enforcement.
Malaysian authorities have arrested 12 police officers of different ranks on suspicion of extorting RM2 million from a Chinese national. The case highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct and internal accountability.
Authorities in Penang's Nibong Tebal district dismantled a suspected drug distribution network, apprehending three individuals—one a retiree—and confiscating narcotics valued at approximately RM180,000 during a late-night enforcement action.
Police have finished investigating allegations against an e-hailing driver over a molestation incident involving a female passenger in Sepang. The investigation file will be submitted to the deputy public prosecutor for further action.
Police arrested a couple caught attempting to deliver tobacco to Melaka prison using a drone. Authorities believe the operation involved coordination with an inmate inside the facility.
Six individuals, including a Malaysian national, have been charged in Shah Alam Sessions Court with illegally possessing more than six tonnes of subsidised cooking oil without the required licence, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts against subsidy abuse.
Malaysian authorities have intercepted a large consignment of suspected illegally-imported alcohol, apprehending two men during an operation. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat smuggling networks.
Kedah authorities have arrested three police officers alongside three others in connection with robberies targeting foreign nationals. The alleged crimes occurred across two separate incidents in the state within a week.
A George Town magistrate's court has rejected police attempts to extend the remand of three foreign nationals arrested in connection with World Cup betting operations. The men remain in custody under the Immigration Act.