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The Sun
15 hours ago
- The Sun
Police investigate upside-down Johor flag incident at Segamat hotel
SEGAMAT: Police are investigating a viral social media post showing the Johor state flag displayed upside down at a hotel in Taman Yayasan Commercial Centre. Segamat police chief Supt Ahmad Zamry Marinsah confirmed a report was lodged yesterday regarding the incident. Initial investigations revealed the flag was raised by two hotel employees as part of Merdeka month celebrations. 'One of them, a foreign worker, had mistakenly hoisted the flag upside down. He corrected it immediately after being alerted by his colleague,' said Ahmad Zamry in a statement. The worker involved holds valid documents, including a passport and work permit, according to police. The case is being probed under Section 504 of the Penal Code, Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955 and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. Investigation papers will be forwarded to the state prosecution office for further action. - Bernama
New Straits Times
a day ago
- New Straits Times
Police probe upside-down Johor flag incident at Segamat hotel
SEGAMAT: Police are investigating an incident in which the Johor state flag was displayed upside down at a hotel here, sparking public uproar on social media. District police chief Superintendent Ahmad Zamry Marinsah said the incident was reported yesterday after a Facebook post showing the inverted flag at a hotel along Jalan Syed Abdul Kadir went viral. Checks revealed the flag had been put up for the National month celebrations but was mistakenly hung upside down by a foreign worker. The worker later corrected it after being alerted by a colleague. "The worker has valid travel documents and a work permit. Initial findings indicate there was no malicious intent," Ahmad Zamry said in a statement today. Police have opened investigations under Section 504 of the Penal Code for intentional insult with intent to provoke a breach of peace, Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955 for indecent behaviour, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for misuse of network facilities. The case will be referred to the state prosecution office once investigations are complete.
The Star
5 days ago
- The Star
Cops nab man for reckless driving after chase in Segamat
SEGAMAT: A 20-year-old man has been arrested for reckless driving and hitting several vehicles after failing to comply with police instructions to stop. The Segamat Police District car patrol unit (MPV) officers were patrolling the Jalan Labis-Chaah stretch when they spotted a missing silver sedan. "The car was reported missing in Labis on Aug 12," said Segamat OCPD Supt Ahmad Zamry Marinsah. The MPV unit followed the suspect until he reached the traffic light junction near the Chaah police station. Supt Ahmad Zamry stated that the suspect refused to stop when ordered by the police and sped off towards Yong Peng. "Our officers managed to catch the suspect at KM3, Jalan Yong Peng-Segamat after a chase," he said. Initial investigations revealed that the suspect has a previous criminal record and is on a wanted list for a narcotics case. The suspect has been remanded until Aug 8 to assist with the investigation. The case is being investigated under Section 379A, Section 186, and Section 279 of the Penal Code. Section 379A of the Penal Code relates to the theft of motor vehicles or their components, punishable by imprisonment for a term of not less than one year and not more than seven years, and a fine. Section 186 deals with obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their duties, with penalties including imprisonment of up to two years, a fine of up to RM10,000, or both. Section 279 covers rash or negligent driving on a public way, which can result in a jail term of up to six months, a fine of up to RM2,000, or both. A video of the car chase went viral on social media platforms. Supt Ahmad Zamry urged anyone with information or details on the case to visit the nearest police station or contact the Segamat Police District hotline: 07-9324222.
The Star
30-07-2025
- The Star
QuickCheck: Did a fight break out during a netball match at Pulapol Segamat?
A screenshot of the video that went viral showing the altercation at Pulapol Segamat. REPORTS have emerged about a disturbance involving women in 'Perkep' jerseys at a netball match. The incident allegedly occurred during a sports event, gaining significant attention online. Did a fight really disrupt the netball tournament at Pulapol Segamat? Verdict: TRUE Police have confirmed that an incident involving a group of women wearing 'Perkep' jerseys - the Police Family Association - did occur, but it happened in May. Superintendent Ahmad Zamry Marinsah, the Segamat District Police Chief, stated they were aware of the video titled "Hari Sukan Perkep Bertukar Kecoh" circulating recently on social media. The investigation revealed that the incident took place on May 24 during a netball tournament at the Johor People's Sports Carnival 2025, held at the Open Hall of the Segamat Police Training Centre (Pulapol). The commotion was triggered by dissatisfaction over perceived violations of match rules set by the organisers. "However, the situation was successfully defused, and both parties chose to resolve the matter amicably without any unwanted incidents," said Ahmad Zamry. The involved parties were summoned to the Segamat District Police Headquarters to give statements. On May 29, police received reports from both parties regarding the incident, and they maintained their decision not to escalate the issue as it had been resolved amicably. The public is advised against spreading or making inaccurate statements about the incident.
Malay Mail
30-07-2025
- Sport
- Malay Mail
That viral netball brawl video? Segamat police say it's from months ago
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — A video going viral now and showing women in a mass fight is from a sports event on May 24, over two months ago, Segamat district police clarified. The incident took place during a netball championship as part of the Johor State Sports Carnival at the Jementah constituency level, held at Pulapol Segamat's open hall, Segamat OCPD Supt Ahmad Zamry Marinsah said. Police only became aware of the footage yesterday, when the video titled 'Sports Day Turns Chaotic' started spreading across social media platforms, he said. The confrontation erupted from mutual provocations stemming from dissatisfaction with alleged rule infractions during the match. Despite the heated exchange captured on video, both sides immediately worked to de-escalate the situation and reached a peaceful resolution on the same day. 'The parties involved in this incident have been called to the Segamat district police headquarters to have their statements recorded,' he said. Yesterday, both groups filed police reports detailing the incident and reaffirming their earlier decision to settle the matter without further action. Ahmad Zamry said that the issue wasconclusively resolved and called for an end to public speculation about the incident.
