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Daily Express
06-05-2025
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Christian cops hold prayers
Published on: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 06, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: Ashmon (middle) presenting a donation to the church. SANDAKAN: The duties and responsibilities of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) are not merely physical obligations but also encompass a deeper spiritual dimension, stressed Sandakan District Police Chief ACP Ashmon Bajah. He made the statement during a Christian prayer ceremony held in conjunction with the 218th Police Day celebration at the Good Shepherd Church on Sunday. According to him, public safety and order do not rely solely on human efforts, but are also entirely dependent on divine guidance and protection. He quoted Psalm 127:1, 'Unless the LORD watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain,' to illustrate the security force's total reliance on divine power. 'The role of police officers in maintaining order and upholding the law is part of a calling and responsibility ordained by God,' he said in his speech, which was also attended by church leaders and members of the Christian community in Sandakan. Ashmon also expressed his appreciation to religious institutions that continuously pray for the safety and wisdom of the police force in carrying out their duties. He said the presence of priests and church leaders at the event reflected the spiritual unity between PDRM and the multi-faith community in fostering harmony. He also called on everyone to pray for courage, integrity, and wisdom for all members of the PDRM, while strengthening the close relationship between the police and the community, in line with the slogan 'The police and the community are inseparable.' Concluding his speech, Ashmon reminded attendees of the sacrifices made by officers who have fallen in the line of duty, and urged that the 218th Police Day celebration serve as inspiration to continue serving with dedication, rooted in God's love and universal values. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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25-04-2025
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152 held and 1.3kg drugs seized in Sandakan Operation
Published on: Friday, April 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Apr 25, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: Ashmon and his team showing some of the seized drugs. SANDAKAN: The Sandakan District Police launched a special drug op dubbed the Operasi Khas Pemutihan to combat drug abuse and trafficking, resulting in the arrest of 152 individuals and 1.3kg drugs seized. According to Sandakan District Police Chief, ACP Ashmon Bajah, the operation was carried out in 10 hotspots known for drug-related activities, within a one-month period from March 22 to April 20. 'The arrests involved various investigations under Section 39B, Section 39A, Section 15 and Section 12 of the Dangerous Drugs Act. 'These individuals were apprehended during operations conducted in squatter areas, residential neighbourhoods and public places such as markets. 'A total of 1.3kg of various types of drugs were seized, including liquid drugs known as 'vape mushroom,' methamphetamine, ecstasy pills and ketamine. 'Although this may not seem like a large quantity, it indicates that drug supplies are easily accessible, especially given our geographical proximity to neighbouring countries,' he said. He added that six cars of various types, two boats, two motorcycles and eight pieces of jewellery were also confiscated during the operation, with the total value of the seized items reaching RM350,000. This operation is part of PDRM Sandakan's ongoing efforts since 2003. 'From the year 2023 to April 2025, a total of 4,617 individuals were arrested for various drug-related offences. This averages out to five arrests per day,' he stated. Ashmon emphasised that the success could not have been achieved without close cooperation with other agencies and the local community. He urged the public to continue providing information to the police through various channels such as QR codes, the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol (VSP) app, PDRM's official Facebook page, or in person at the police station. 'The identities of informants are guaranteed to be kept confidential, and we have a system in place that is proven to be safe and trustworthy,' he said. He also reminded the public not to harbour individuals involved in these activities, as doing so would only worsen the situation. 'The police and the community must work hand in hand. Combating drug issues is a shared responsibility for the wellbeing of Sandakan,' he stressed. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
