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The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
GOF seizes RM89k worth of illegal firecrackers in Rantau Panjang
KOTA BHARU: A team from the General Operations Force (GOF) 8th Battalion seized 70 sacks of ball firecrackers worth approximately RM89,000 during Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan. The operation took place at an illegal crossing near Rantau Panjang, Pasir Mas. Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid, GOF Southeast Brigade commander, confirmed the seizure occurred at 1.30 pm yesterday. Authorities noticed a suspicious vehicle during surveillance. The driver abandoned the vehicle and escaped by boat towards Thailand upon spotting the police. A thorough inspection revealed 70 sacks of firecrackers suspected for local distribution. All confiscated items were transferred to the Pasir Mas district police headquarters for further action. The case is being investigated under Section 8 of the Explosives Act 1957. - Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Police seize 70 sacks of firecrackers in Rantau Panjang
KOTA BARU: A total of 70 sacks of ball firecrackers worth about RM89,000 and a vehicle were seized by the General Operations Force (GOF) 8th Battalion at an illegal crossing near Rantau Panjang, Pasir Mas on Sunday (Aug 10). GOF Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said the seizure was carried out at 1.30pm after his party spotted a vehicle in a suspicious condition during Ops Taring Wawasan Kelantan. "The suspect who was driving the vehicle fled on a boat towards Thailand as soon as he realised the police presence. "Further inspection of the vehicle found 70 sacks containing firecrackers believed to be for the local market," he said in a statement on Monday. He said all the seized items were handed over to the Pasir Mas district police headquarters for further action and the case is being investigated under Section 8 of the Explosives Act 1957. - Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
GOF foils smuggling of 16,000kg pork carcasses in Kelantan
KOTA BHARU: The 8th Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 16,000 kilogrammes of pork carcasses into Malaysia. The interception occurred along Jalan Besar Kampung Apal on the Kelantan-Terengganu Highway during a routine inspection. Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid confirmed the lorries lacked valid documentation for the meat. Authorities suspect the pork originated from Thailand and was destined for local markets in Malaysia. Three individuals, including two drivers and a lorry attendant, were arrested in connection with the smuggling attempt. All suspects are Indian nationals aged between 23 and 46 years old. The seized items, including the two lorries, have an estimated total value of RM1.04 million. The Terengganu Veterinary Department has taken custody of the confiscated goods for further investigation. The case is being probed under Section 36(1) of the Animals Act 1953, which regulates the import and export of animal products. This operation highlights ongoing efforts by Malaysian authorities to curb illegal meat smuggling activities. – Bernama
