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The Sun
02-08-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Gunung Semanggol bush fires extinguished after 23 hectares razed
GUNUNG SEMANGGOL: Firefighters successfully brought under control a bush fire that destroyed 23.47 hectares in Kg Tersusun Tebuk Panchor, Gunung Semanggol, Bagan Serai. The blaze, which started on Thursday, was contained after a two-day operation involving ground and aerial firefighting efforts. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad confirmed that 22.66 hectares had been fully extinguished, while 0.8 hectares remained ablaze. Ground teams used mechanical and transport pumps with a 1,000-foot hose, sourcing water from nearby hydrants. The operation was divided into four sectors, with six to seven personnel assigned to each. The Air Unit assisted with an AW 139 aircraft, conducting 20 water bombings. Challenges included navigating high-voltage electrical lines and shallow water sources, which caused mud to enter the water bucket. Firefighting efforts paused at 7 pm today and will resume tomorrow with additional personnel and logistics. Sabarodzi stated, 'Ground attacks and water bombing will ensure remaining embers are fully extinguished.' The fire, attributed to prolonged hot weather, last occurred in the area in 2023. - Bernama
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Two critically injured in police chopper crash near Sungai Pulai
JOHOR BARU: Two of the five crew members on board the police AS355N helicopter that crashed near Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah, this morning are reported to be in critical condition. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said both victims were on respiratory support, while the remaining three were in stable condition. "I believe we are doing our utmost for them, with the assistance of specialist doctors at Sultanah Aminah Hospital (HSA). "Of the five, two are critically injured and require respiratory support, while the other three are stable," he said briefly when met at HSA's Emergency and Trauma Unit today. Mohd Khalid visited the five victims, comprising three members of the police Air Unit and two from the Tanjung Kupang police station. Also present was Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar. Mohd Khalid expressed hope for the victims' recovery and their eventual return to duty. He said that the police would cooperate fully with the relevant authorities leading the investigation. "We will provide all necessary support, including assistance to the victims and their families. "We will leave the investigation to the proper authorities," he said. When asked whether the downed helicopter was part of the police force's older fleet, he stressed that the incident was unforeseen. "Age is not an issue, as long as maintenance is carried out properly. "This was beyond our control. We always strive to ensure the best for the police and the public," he said.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested for stealing SUV from dealership, brandishing handgun at employee: APD
The Brief Austin police have arrested a man suspected of stealing an SUV from a South Austin dealership. 31-year-old Kaynin Jackson is facing a first-degree felony aggravated robbery charge and a parole violation. He also allegedly brandished a handgun at an employee while stealing the SUV. AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department has arrested a man suspected of stealing an SUV from a dealership and brandishing a handgun at an employee on Wednesday evening. 31-year-old Kaynin Jackson is currently in the Travis County Jail on a first-degree felony aggravated robbery charge and a parole violation, according to jail records. What we know On Feb. 26 around 5 p.m., APD responded to an aggravated robbery at the Capital Chevrolet in the 6200 block of S I-35 frontage road in South Austin. The suspect pointed a handgun at an employee and stole a brand-new Chevrolet Equinox. APD pulled in resources from the Air Unit, Robbery Unit and Violent Crimes Task Force to assist with the investigation. The stolen SUV was tracked to a transit station in East Austin within around 45 minutes of the robbery. Officers then followed the vehicle to a Walmart on East Ben White service road westbound where they arrested the suspect, identified as Jackson, without incident. Officers searched the vehicle and found a handwritten robbery note, which was presumably either used or meant to be used in a bank robbery. What they're saying "Through the coordinated efforts of Patrol, Robbery, VCTF, and the Air Unit, the suspect was apprehended within an hour and a half of the original 9-1-1 call. The arrest prevented the suspect from potentially committing several more violent criminal acts against the citizens of Austin," APD says. What you can do Anyone with any information should contact APD's Robbery unit at 512-974-5092. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting or calling 512-472-8477. The Source Information in this report comes from the Austin Police Department and Travis County jail records.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Yahoo
Arrest made in shooting death of Las Vegas teen leaving birthday party
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — An 18-year-old is facing several charges including murder and fleeing from police in the death of a teen boy who was shot after leaving a birthday party for an 11-year-old. Damian Delgado, 18, also known by the monikers 'Silencio' or 'Silenciodap' is accused of the Feb. 16 shooting that happened at an apartment complex on Corsaire Avenue, near Lamb Boulevard and Craig Road. Teenager shot, killed walking home from party in northeast Las Vegas valley According to the arrest report, Delgado shot numerous times at the teen. Police found 17 cartridge cases from a .45 and a 9 mm around the teen's body. Video surveillance showed a newer white Chevrolet Silverado fleeing the area. Witnesses told police Delgado was in the truck and showed up at the party to drop off a barbecue grill. Witnesses at the birthday party described the shooter as a bald man with a tattoo across an eyebrow and using the moniker 'Silenciodap' When police located the Chevy Silverado about 7 miles south of the shooting scene, the report said the driver would not pull over for police and a chase began which involved Metro's Air Unit. Police said six males in the truck appeared to be throwing items — later identified as disassembled firearms — from the vehicle as it eluded officers. When the truck did come to a stop after a brief chase, all six were taken into custody, including Delgado who had a gun magazine and 9 mm cartridges in his pocket, the same found at the shooting scene, according to the report. Documents said a witness at the party saw his brother walk around the side of the apartment building when some of the males at the party started to get 'aggressive' and pulled out weapons and shot his brother as he was running across the street. The identity and age of the victim have not been released as of publication. During an interview with police, Delgado said when he arrived at the party, he saw his 'homies' there and they all got into his truck and told him to drive away, the report said. He told officers he believed his 'homies' were responsible for the shooting but he didn't witness it. Delgado is charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, disobeying an officer/endangering others, and destroying or concealing evidence, according to court documents. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
