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Borneo Post
29-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Kuching OCPD: Lamborghini driver reported fatal Jalan Airport accident, not hit-and-run
Police photo shows the condition of the Lamborghini after the fatal crash. KUCHING (May 29): Police have ruled out a hit-and-run in the fatal accident involving a Lamborghini and a pedestrian at Jalan Airport here on Tuesday evening. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed today that the 54-year-old businessman driving the Lamborghini came forward to lodge a police report within the required 24-hour timeframe. 'The Lamborghini driver lodged the police report an hour after the accident. He did not run but reported the incident,' he told The Borneo Post. He added that the driver was subsequently arrested to facilitate investigation and is now a suspect in the case. According to Alexson, the driver stated that he was travelling from Jalan Airport to Padungan when the incident occurred. Meanwhile, the police have identified the deceased pedestrian as Chinese national Bi Guang Dong, 52, a general worker involved in the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) lane construction. Alexson said Bi was crossing the road when he was struck by the Lamborghini. He was subsequently declared dead at the scene by medical personnel from the Sarawak General Hospital. 'In the meantime, the body of the deceased is still at the Sarawak General Hospital, awaiting claims from family members in China,' said Alexson. Police have classified the case as dangerous or reckless driving that results in death, an offence under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The Section provides for five to 10 years in jail and a fine of between RM20,000 and RM50,000 upon conviction. Alexson urged witnesses or anyone with relevant information to contact investigating officer ASP Lucas Apin on 013-8246881 or 082-259900, or to visit the nearest police station. accident Alexson Naga Chabu Jalan Airport lead
Borneo Post
13-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Teen driver, dad to be charged over fatal Jalan Teo Kui Seng accident
Handout photo shows the scene of the horrific crash on Jan 14. KUCHING (May 13): The 15-year-old driver of the out of control car in Jalan Teo Kui Seng major accident earlier this year will be charged in the Magistrates' Court tomorrow. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said investigations into the case under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 have been completed, and the investigation papers have been referred to the Attorney General of Malaysia in Putrajaya. 'The AG has decided that the teenager will be charged with two offences; Section 41(1) for causing death by reckless driving and Section 39(1) for underaged driving (below 16 years of age),' he said in a statement. Alexson also said the teenager's 35-year-old father will be charged under Section 33(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for the offence of leaving a child without reasonable supervision. The multi-vehicle crash claimed five lives — three men and a woman aged between 16 and 45, who were pronounced dead at the scene, and a 16-year-old boy, who died while receiving treatment at the Sarawak General Hospital. The teen driver sustained a neck injury and was detained by the police. Dashcam footage shared on social media showed an out of control car heading from the direction of Jalan Lapangan Terbang towards Jalan Stutong Baru flying through the air into the opposite lane and colliding with multiple vehicles. accident charge driver father Jalan Teo Kui Seng lead
Borneo Post
13-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Op Samseng Jalanan sees Kuching cops detain five youths
Alexson said the male suspects were aged between 18 and 20. — Malay Mail photo KUCHING (May 13): The police detained five youths during Op Samseng Jalanan, which was conducted in several Petra Jaya areas from 11pm on Sunday until early yesterday. The areas covered by the operation were Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman Yakub, Jalan Tun Salahuddin, Jalan Gersik, and Masja. Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the male suspects, aged between 18 and 20, were arrested for suspected offences under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. 'In addition, three motorcycles were seized under Section 60 of the same Act for being modified from their original structure and for further inspection,' he said in a statement. Alexson said a total of 18 individuals and 18 motorcycles were inspected, and 31 summonses were issued for various traffic offences. He said similar operations will continue to be conducted regularly and advised the public to drive responsibly and cautiously, avoid participating in illegal street racing, and refrain from modifying the original structure of their vehicles. 'Negligent driving or riding can pose a danger to other road users and endanger the lives of drivers themselves,' he warned. Alexson Naga Chabu lead Op Samseng Jalanan
Borneo Post
02-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Kuching e-hailing driver under sexual harassment probe released after statement taken
Photo shows the police crest. — Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (May 2): An e-hailing driver under investigation for allegedly sexually harassing a teenage passenger has been released after having his statement taken. The man allegedly asked a 15-year-old female passenger to remove her headscarf during a ride on Jalan Camar here recently. 'The suspect has been released (on April 30), after we have recorded his statement for about three hours,' Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu told The Borneo Post today. The case sparked public outrage after a video, where a man could be heard asking a girl to remove her headscarf during a ride, went viral on social media. In a previous statement, Alexson said the victim filed a police report on the incident on April 29. The case is being investigated under Section 298 of the Penal Code for uttering words with deliberate intent to wound the religious feelings of a person, which provides for a jail term of up to one year, or a fine, or both. He said the case is also being investigated under Section 509 of the Penal Code for using words or gestures intended to insult the modesty of a person, which carries a penalty of up to five years' imprisonment, or a fine, or both. He urged those with information related to the case to contact the district police headquarters on 082-244444 or investigating officer ASP Tan Kian Kok on 010-5661576. Alexson also reminded the public not to speculate or spread unverified information regarding the incident. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri previously condemned the incident and urged all parties to take a firm stand against sexual harassment. She also praised the victim's father for his immediate response in demanding the suspect accompany them to the police station. She added the father's decisive actions reflect growing awareness among the public that sexual harassment is a serious issue and must not be taken lightly. Alexson Naga Chabu e-hailing driver lead sexual harrasment
Borneo Post
30-04-2025
- Borneo Post
Kuching police seek help to locate missing 14-year-old schoolgirl
Syifa Saffeyea Hazee Fazali KUCHING (April 30): Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage girl reported missing after failing to return home from school yesterday (April 29). Kuching District police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said a missing person report was lodged by a woman on the same day. The missing teen, Syifa Saffeyea Hazee Fazali, 14, is a Form 3 Hope student at SMK St Teresa, Kuching. She was last seen around 1pm yesterday during school hours. Syifa is described as a Malay girl, 151cm tall, and was last seen wearing a purple school sports uniform with the word 'Sylvia' printed on it. She was not wearing a headscarf and had on standard school shoes. Police are urging anyone who may have seen the girl or has information on her whereabouts to contact the Kuching District Police Headquarters (IPD Kuching) Control Centre at 082-244444, or the investigating officer Insp Tengku Mu'izz Farizzul at 016-8930607. Alexson also advised the public not to spread unverified information or speculation, as it could hinder the ongoing investigation. Alexson also reminded the public to refrain from spreading unverified information or speculations that could disrupt the investigation process. Kuching missing teen police seek help
