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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- New Straits Times
Two arrested over RM600k worth of unapproved goods from Myanmar
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Authorities have arrested two men, including a foreign national, after uncovering a storage facility containing hundreds of boxes of unapproved food, medicines and cosmetics from Myanmar. The operation was a joint effort involving the intelligence branch of Battalion 2 General Operations Force (GOF), the Seberang Prai Tengah District Health Office, and the Penang Pharmaceutical enforcement cranch. GOF Northern Brigade commander, Senior Assistant Commissioner Shahrum Hashim, said the raid led to the seizure of 868 boxes of food items and 1,567 boxes of medicines and cosmetics, all of which lacked approval certificates from the Health Ministry and the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Division. "The total estimated value of the seized goods is RM559,190. "Preliminary investigations revealed that the storage site had been in use for two years, with the products intended for sale to Myanmar nationals living and working in Bukit Mertajam and surrounding areas," he said in a statement today. Shahrum said the authorities identified the location and thwarted the suspects' efforts to distribute unsafe food, medicines and cosmetics in Malaysia. The foreign suspect is being investigated under Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63, which carries a fine of up to RM10,000, imprisonment of up to five years, or whipping. The local suspect is being investigated under Section 55B of the same Act, which provides for a fine of between RM10,000 and RM50,000 or imprisonment of up to 12 months. The Penang Pharmaceutical Enforcement Branch is continuing investigations under the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984. Shahrum added that enforcement efforts would continue across Perak, Penang and Kedah. "We urge the public to assist us by reporting any suspicious activities," he said.
The Star
5 days ago
- The Star
GOF nabs two, seizes illicit food products, medicines, cosmetics in Bukit Mertajam
BUKIT MERTAJAM: The General Operations Force (GOF) detained two men,and seized 868 boxes of various types of food products and 1,567 boxes of assorted medicines and cosmetic products from Myanmar worth over RM500,000 here. GOF Northern Brigade commander Senior Asst Comm Shahrum Hashim said the suspects, a local and Myanmar national, were detained at a house in Bukit Mertajam during an integrated operation between the GOD's northern brigade, Seberang Perai Tengah Health office and the Penang Pharmaceutical Enforcement Division on Wednesday (June 4). "Initial interrogations on both suspects revealed that the house had been used as a storage facility for food products, medicines, and cosmetics for the past two years, meant for sale to Myanmar nationals living and working in the Bukit Mertajam area and its surrounding districts," he said in a statement on Thursday (June 5). SAC Shahrum said the location of the house was detected by the Intelligence Branch of Battalion 2 of the GOF, together with the Seberang Perai Tengah Health Office and the Penang Pharmaceutical Enforcement Division, and prevented the two suspects from distributing food products, medicines, and cosmetics that are unsafe for use in Malaysia. He said the seized items were worth RM559,190 in total. He said the Myanmar national was arrested under Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 while the local suspect was arrested under Section 55Bof the Immigration Act 1959/63. He said the Penang Pharmaceutical Enforcement Division also investigated the case under the Drugs Control and Cosmetics Regulations 1984. SAC Shahrum also said vigorous surveillance and patrols are currently being conducted by the GOF across Perak, Penang, and Kedah to curb illegal activities. He said GOF remains fully committed and consistent in carrying out enforcement actions, and will not compromise in upholding the law. "The public is urged to act as the eyes and ears of the authorities by providing information related to any unlawful activities," he said.
Hype Malaysia
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Taiwanese Star Ouyang Nana Had Her Citizenship Revoked For Supporting Reunification?
Taiwan and China's relationship is complicated, and many stars have been blasted for advocating for reunification. Recently, there have been rumours that popular Taiwanese actress Ouyang Nana (欧阳娜娜) had her nationality revoked for expressing love for China. The rumour stemmed from a recent video posted on YouTube alleging that Taiwan authorities had revoked Ouyang Nana's citizenship. The video also claimed that the government had banned her from entering Taiwan for life. These allegations come after reports that Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party is targeting the star for advocating China and Taiwan's unification. Ouyang Nana has long expressed support for China, even stating that she is a Chinese person. In 2024, the star publicly supported China Central Television's (CCTV) statement in favour of Chinese unification. The move drew immense backlash from Taiwanese people, with many calling the star a traitor for opposing Taiwan's independence. The 24-year-old was also recently appointed as the cultural tourism ambassador for Ji'an City in Jiangxi province. The Taiwanese government has refuted the rumours, clarifying that the viral video is fabricated and has no official source. However, authorities confirmed that Ouyang Nana could soon face investigation for advocating reunification. The cellist is one of the twenty stars the government is targeting for opposing Taiwan's sovereignty. News reports did not name the other nineteen stars. Authorities said that these celebrities will be investigated by Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) under the Cross-Strait Agreement. If Ouyang Nana or any of the stars were found to have broken regulations by engaging in any form of cooperation with China's political, military or governmental entities, they could receive a fine ranging from NT$100,000 to NT$500,000 (approximately RM14,190 to RM70,950). Ouyang Nana has yet to comment on the issue. However, Taiwanese citizens supported the investigation and the possibility of revoking the star's nationality because of her past statements. What are your thoughts on this? Sources: China Press, China Daily, YouTube
Sinar Daily
07-05-2025
- Business
- Sinar Daily
Housewife loses over RM150,000 to stock investment scam
The woman realised she had been duped when she was unable to withdraw the rest of her investment as promised, and was instead asked to make additional payments in order to access her purported profits. 29 Apr 2025 02:58pm Photo for illustration purpose only. - Photo by 123RF KUANTAN - A 58-year-old housewife lost RM150,190 after falling victim to a fake stock investment scheme promoted on Facebook. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the victim dealt with three individuals via WhatsApp after seeing the advertisement on Jan 21. She was instructed to download the "Tung Shing' app and join two WhatsApp groups: "D2 Stock Market' and "D02 AID VIP Group'. "Between Feb 23 and April 18, the victim made 13 transactions using her personal savings to two different bank accounts. In mid-April, she received a return of RM11,600,' he said in a statement today. He said the woman realised she had been duped when she was unable to withdraw the rest of her investment as promised, and was instead asked to make additional payments in order to access her purported profits. Yahaya urged the public to thoroughly verify the legitimacy of any platform, company or individual offering investments before conducting any financial transactions. "Do not be easily swayed by investment schemes that promise high returns,' he said. - BERNAMA
Malay Mail
29-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Housewife in Kuantan duped of over RM150,000 in Facebook-linked stock investment scam
KUANTAN, April 29 — A 58-year-old housewife lost RM150,190 after falling victim to a fake stock investment scheme promoted on Facebook. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the victim dealt with three individuals via WhatsApp after seeing the advertisement on Jan 21. She was instructed to download the 'Tung Shing' app and join two WhatsApp groups: 'D2 Stock Market' and 'D02 AID VIP Group'. 'Between Feb 23 and April 18, the victim made 13 transactions using her personal savings to two different bank accounts. In mid-April, she received a return of RM11,600,' he said in a statement today. He said the woman realised she had been duped when she was unable to withdraw the rest of her investment as promised, and was instead asked to make additional payments in order to access her purported profits. Yahaya urged the public to thoroughly verify the legitimacy of any platform, company or individual offering investments before conducting any financial transactions. 'Do not be easily swayed by investment schemes that promise high returns,' he said. — Bernama
