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Malay Mail
02-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Johor cops bust drug ring using WeChat to cut deals, seize RM2.95m in narcotics
JOHOR BARU, July 2 — Johor police have arrested five individuals linked to a drug syndicate that used the WeChat mobile messaging app to coordinate deliveries to customers. Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said a special operation was carried out across three separate locations in the city on June 19, between 12pm and 9pm, resulting in the arrest of three local men and two Vietnamese women. He said more than RM2.95 million worth of illicit drugs were seized during the operation. 'During the raids, police seized 16.86 kilogrammes of ecstasy powder, 104 grammes of ketamine, 1,950 Erimin 5 psychotropic pills, 1,250 grammes of ecstasy pills, and 35 yaba pills. 'All the seized drugs, if released into the open market, could be used by 59,971 addicts,' he said during a press conference at the Johor police contingent headquarters here today. Kumar said the Johor Baru-based syndicate is believed to have been active since January. They operated from two gated residential apartment units and a rented room in a terrace house, where they processed the drugs before packing them for distribution. 'The suspects used the WeChat mobile messaging application to communicate with customers without physically meeting, as part of their modus operandi. 'Upon receiving orders, upfront payments would be made online. A syndicate member would then leave the drugs at locations agreed upon by both parties, such as roadsides, drains, or even garbage bins,' he said. During the raids, police also seized drug processing and repackaging equipment, along with five vehicles, RM9,100 in cash, and jewellery. Kumar said the total value of the seized drugs and confiscated items amounted to about RM3.21 million. He said urine tests showed all five suspects tested positive for methamphetamine use. 'Checks revealed that the three male suspects had prior criminal records related to drugs and other offences. 'The trio also had outstanding warrants linked to ongoing cases under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952,' he added. The suspects are currently remanded until tomorrow to assist investigations under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. The two women are also being investigated under Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for not possessing valid travel documents.
Malay Mail
24-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Johor trader loses RM1.1 million in online job scam promising commissions
JOHOR BAHRU, June 24 — A trader lost RM1.1 million after being deceived by a non-existent online job offer. Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said the victim, a man in his 40s, lodged a police report yesterday, claiming that the job was offered on social media on March 26. He said the victim claimed he had to purchase goods, with a commission of 25 per cent from the proceeds of reselling those goods. The victim proceeded to transfer a total of RM1.1 million to 22 different bank accounts from March 28 to June 13 to buy and sell goods to earn a commission. 'However, the victim realised he had been duped when he did not receive any commission as promised,' Kumar said in a statement tonight. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code. — Bernama
Malay Mail
22-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Johor police shoot dead robbery suspect after machete attack in Kluang
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 — Johor police have shot dead a male Indonesian national suspected of being actively involved in a series of robberies. The incident took place at around 3.45am today in an oil palm plantation near Kampung Palembang in Kluang during a routine crime prevention patrol. In a statement, Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said the suspect was behaving suspiciously and was riding a motorcycle without a registration plate when officers began trailing him. The man reportedly turned aggressive and swung a machete at the officers. 'Officers had been following the suspect closely and managed to intercept him along an unpaved road leading to the plantation area. 'As they approached the motorcycle to conduct a check, the suspect suddenly swung a machete at them, striking the sleeve of one officer's uniform,' Kumar said. Police attempted to restrain the man, but he refused to cooperate, prompting officers to open fire in self-defence. The suspect, whose identity has yet to be confirmed, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police recovered a machete, RM1,900 in cash, two mobile phones and a Honda Wave motorcycle. Checks revealed that one of the mobile phones belonged to a robbery victim in Kluang, while the motorcycle had previously been reported stolen in Kulai. Investigations suggest the suspect had been actively involved in robbery cases since 2024, with links to at least six incidents — five in Kluang and one in Kota Tinggi. Police believe other members of the suspect's group are still at large and involved in similar crimes. The case is being investigated under Section 307 of the Penal Code and has been classified as sudden death.
