Kota Kinabalu burglary gang crippled, four held
Published on: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Published on: Thu, May 22, 2025
By: Sisca Humphrey Text Size: Kasim (second right) showing some of the seized items. Kota Kinabalu: Police have crippled a burglary gang responsible for multiple break-ins in the State Capital and surrounding areas, arresting four suspects and recovering stolen items, while one suspect remains at large. Kota Kinabalu District Police Chief ACP Kasim Muda said the group was behind two burglaries in Luyang and Jalan Penampang on May 18, involving the theft of valuables worth about RM10,000. 'The first arrest led to the recovery of a hard disk, a crowbar believed to be used in the break-ins and clothing worn during the crimes,' he told a press conference at the Kota Kinabalu District Police Headquarters (IPD), Wednesday. He said subsequent raids based on public information resulted in the arrest of three accomplices, along with the seizure of smartphones and a Perodua Bezza used as a getaway vehicle. Three of the suspects have prior criminal records and two tested positive for methamphetamine, while police continue probing links to other cases. 'Investigations are ongoing to determine their link to other cases in Kota Kinabalu, Penampang, Papar, Kudat and Sandakan.
Advertisement 'Police are also actively tracking down a fifth member of the gang known as 'Pindil',' he added. He also warned the public about the surge in mobile phone thefts at business premises, particularly when devices are left unattended on counters or tables. 'Many of these cases are crimes of opportunity. People leave their phones on counters or dining tables while serving customers. 'We have opened over 100 cases this year alone,' Kasim said, urging business owners and workers to be more vigilant and avoid leaving valuables in plain sight. He also addressed traffic offences, warning motorists against illegal parking around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Aeropod and popular spots such as Tanjung Aru beach. 'Parking along roadsides or blocking traffic in restricted zones is an offence. We have been issuing warnings, but soon, stricter enforcement will begin,' he said. He added that traffic personnel would be stationed in these areas during weekends and public holidays and advised the public to cooperate and be more mindful, noting that police resources are limited. 'We hope the community will do their part in supporting the police to maintain safety and order,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Star
2 hours ago
- The Star
Sukuk misuse case: Tan Sri to be quizzed soon following hospital discharge, says Azam
KUALA LUMPUR: A Tan Sri who is under investigation by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds linked to a Klang Valley highway project is expected to be called in for questioning soon. The individual, who was recently discharged from hospital, is also being investigated for overseas asset ownership and high-stakes gambling activities involving millions of ringgit. MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that the Tan Sri, who is believed to be a highway concession holder, had yet to give his statement due to recent medical treatment at a private hospital, reported Astro Awani. 'A statement has not yet been recorded from the Tan Sri, but I have been informed that doctors have recently allowed him to be discharged. My officers will be contacting him soon to arrange an appointment,' said Azam on Saturday (June 7). He added that while the individual is a key witness in the case, MACC has already recorded statements from 45 other witnesses, some of whom have been recalled to assist further in the investigation. 'He is indeed one of the individuals we have yet to question, but we already have testimonies from other witnesses. I cannot confirm whether additional witnesses will be required after his statement,' Azam said. According to sources, MACC had earlier obtained medical confirmation from the doctor regarding the Tan Sri's condition before proceeding to plan for his interview. The investigation centres around the suspected misappropriation of sukuk bonds intended for the construction of a highway. On June 3 last year, MACC disclosed that they had seized assets valued about RM143mil from the individual as part of the probe. This included luxury vehicles and properties owned by the Tan Sri, both locally and abroad, including in London and Switzerland. The seized assets comprised 14 personal bank accounts totalling RM4.5mil, eight company accounts with RM33mil, a luxury condominium and a parcel of land valued at RM24.5mil, nine luxury cars worth RM7.65mil, designer watches valued at around RM25mil, handbags worth RM3mil, jewellery and diamonds estimated at RM6mil, and four horses valued at RM400,000. Other seized items include high-end alcoholic beverages worth RM3mil, foreign assets estimated at over RM15mil, and gambling-related activities involving about RM20mil. Azam said asset declaration notices have been handed to the Tan Sri and other related parties.
The Sun
2 hours ago
- The Sun
Ukraine's drone attack sparks fire at chemical plant in Russia's Tula region, governor says
AN OVERNIGHT Ukrainian drone attack sparked a short-lived fire at the Azot chemical plant and injured two people in Russia's Tula region, a regional governor said early on Sunday. 'The fire has been extinguished,' Governor Dmitry Milyaev said on the Telegram messaging app. He said that there is no threat to the air quality near the plant, but environmental monitoring will continue.
The Sun
2 hours ago
- The Sun
Ukrainian Drone Hits Russian Chemical Plant, 2 Injured
AN OVERNIGHT Ukrainian drone attack sparked a short-lived fire at the Azot chemical plant and injured two people in Russia's Tula region, a regional governor said early on Sunday. 'The fire has been extinguished,' Governor Dmitry Milyaev said on the Telegram messaging app. He said that there is no threat to the air quality near the plant, but environmental monitoring will continue.
