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The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Police looking at various angles in probe on acid attack on Bachok spa owner
KOTA BHARU: Police are conducting a comprehensive investigation involving various angles into the case of a spa owner who was the victim of a liquid attack believed to be acid being thrown at her in an incident in Bachok on May 17. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the investigation is also taking into account the possibility of involving close individuals and family members of the victim to assist in the investigation. 'The motive for the incident has yet to be ascertained and we are still waiting for the results of the analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the three fingerprints found at the scene of the incident,' he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan Police Chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here today. On May 17, a female spa operator was splashed with a liquid believed to be acid by an unknown individual near a convenience store in Beris Kubur Besar, Tawang. The victim, who suffered burns to her shoulder, back, arms and legs, is currently in stable condition and is being treated at the Fire Treatment Unit Ward, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian.


The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Police looking at various angles in probe on acid attack
KOTA BHARU: Police are conducting a comprehensive investigation involving various angles into the case of a spa owner who was the victim of a liquid attack believed to be acid being thrown at her in an incident in Bachok on May 17. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the investigation is also taking into account the possibility of involving close individuals and family members of the victim to assist in the investigation. 'The motive for the incident has yet to be ascertained and we are still waiting for the results of the analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the three fingerprints found at the scene of the incident,' he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan Police Chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here today. On May 17, a female spa operator was splashed with a liquid believed to be acid by an unknown individual near a convenience store in Beris Kubur Besar, Tawang. The victim, who suffered burns to her shoulder, back, arms and legs, is currently in stable condition and is being treated at the Fire Treatment Unit Ward, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian.


The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
Bachok acid attack: Cops looking at various angles
KOTA BHARU: Police are conducting a comprehensive investigation involving various angles into the case of a spa owner who was the victim of a liquid attack believed to be acid being thrown at her in an incident in Bachok on May 17. Kelantan police chief Comm Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the investigation is also taking into account the possibility of involving close individuals and family members of the victim to assist in the investigation. "The motive for the incident has yet to be ascertained and we are still waiting for the results of the analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the three fingerprints found at the scene of the incident," he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan Police Chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here on Tuesday (June 3). On May 17, a female spa operator was splashed with a liquid believed to be acid by an unknown individual near a convenience store in Beris Kubur Besar, Tawang. The victim, who suffered burns to her shoulder, back, arms and legs, is currently in stable condition and is being treated at the Fire Treatment Unit Ward, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian.- Bernama


The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Over two million vehicles expected to enter Kelantan over Aidiladha
KOTA BHARU: More than two million vehicles are expected to enter Kelantan ahead of the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrations, which Muslims will observe this Saturday (June 7). Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat, said the increase in the number of vehicles is expected following the return of the state's diaspora, who usually go back to their hometowns to perform the sacrificial ritual with their families. He said the traffic flow this time is expected to be higher compared to the previous Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. "Police will focus on traffic control at hotspots such as main roads, border areas and city centres to ensure smooth traffic flow throughout the festive season," he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan police chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan on Tuesday (June 3). Among the routes that often record high accident rates are Jalan Pasir Mas-Rantau Panjang, Jalan Kota Bharu-Kuala Krai, and Jalan Gua Musang-Jeli. Additionally, the police have identified 41 hotspots that frequently experience severe traffic congestion, and patrols will be increased in these areas throughout the festive holiday period. - Bernama


The Sun
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Aidiladha: Over 2 million vehicles expected to enter Kelantan
KOTA BHARU: More than two million vehicles are expected to enter Kelantan ahead of the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrations, which Muslims will observe this Saturday. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat, said the increase in the number of vehicles is expected following the return of the state's diaspora, who usually go back to their hometowns to perform the sacrificial ritual with their families. He said the traffic flow this time is expected to be higher compared to the previous Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. 'Police will focus on traffic control at hotspots such as main roads, border areas and city centres to ensure smooth traffic flow throughout the festive season,' he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan police chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here, today. Among the routes that often record high accident rates are Jalan Pasir Mas–Rantau Panjang, Jalan Kota Bharu–Kuala Krai, and Jalan Gua Musang–Jeli. Additionally, the police have identified 41 hotspots that frequently experience severe traffic congestion, and patrols will be increased in these areas throughout the festive holiday period.