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The Sun
07-08-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Cockroach found in nasi kandar at Mont Kiara restaurant
A customer dining at a nasi kandar restaurant in the upscale Mont Kiara neighbourhood was shocked to find a cockroach in his meal, sparking widespread concern over food safety standards and prompting calls for health authorities to intervene. The diner, who posted the incident on Reddit, claimed he discovered the insect in his plate of nasi kandar which he had expected cleaner conditions given the area's reputation, but was horrified by what he found. 'There was a roach in the nasi kandar. Will I get sick now?' he wrote. He added that the staff merely replaced the contaminated chicken with a new piece, which he found wholly inadequate given the severity of the incident. 'Realistically, what can be done? Just change the chicken then that's it? Like this is big... The Health Ministry (MOH) can shut them down.' The post quickly gained traction, with other users expressing concern and sharing similar experiences. One user, @keat_lionel90, responded: 'Coincidentally, I had food poisoning after having lunch there months ago. Not gonna visit again unless I really have to.' Another, @HiddnTest, commented: 'At this point, I think we can all vouch for 'push around and dig the items on your plate until you find a hidden treasure' when visiting any nasi kandar restaurant.' Others offered practical advice, encouraging the complainant to report the matter to the authorities. 'You got photo evidence. Report it to the health inspector (you can find them at the nearest KKM clinic) or local authorities. Do your part and report to prevent mass food poisoning,' user @popicebyyui said, noting a previous case of salmonella poisoning at a restaurant near his workplace that resulted in a fatality. While some speculated that the insect may have originated from unwashed vegetables, others highlighted that the outlet should have done more, such as offering a refund or issuing an apology. Under the Food Act 1983 and Food Hygiene Regulations 2009, food premises must adhere to strict cleanliness and safety guidelines. Those found violating these standards can face fines, temporary closure, or even license revocation by the MOH. Consumers can report food safety violations to the Ministry of Health (MOH) through the Public Health Complaint Portal at the nearest district health office, or by contacting the Food Safety and Quality Division (Program Keselamatan dan Kualiti Makanan) at 03-8885 0797.
Daily Express
17-07-2025
- Daily Express
RM35 million frozen food seized; 29 held
Published on: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 17, 2025 By: Nora Ahmad Text Size: Abdul Rani showing images of the frozen products seized by PGA Sabah. PAPAR: Frozen food products worth more than RM35 million were seized by the General Operations Force (PGA) Sabah during Ops Taring Chiller, which was conducted simultaneously across 10 districts in the State on Tuesday. The operation from 9am to 10pm also resulted in the arrest of 29 individuals aged between 20 and 60, comprising premise owners and workers. Advertisement PGA Sabah Brigade Commander Datuk Abdul Rani Alias said the operation aimed to curb the storage and sale of frozen food products that violate regulations, in addition to uncovering various related offences. 'This operation is meant to stop the illegal storage and sale of frozen food products and to detect a range of associated violations. 'As a result, we successfully seized various frozen food items and equipment, including chicken parts, beef, lamb, seafood such as fish, prawns, squid and crabs, as well as other products like potatoes, cheese, meatballs, ice cream and more. 'The seizures were made at frozen food storage premises in 10 districts - Kota Kinabalu, Penampang, Papar, Sandakan, Tawau, Kunak, Semporna, Lahad Datu, Telupid and Keningau,' he told a press conference at PGA Sabah Brigade Headquarters in Kinarut, Wednesday. The raids also confiscated equipment used in handling frozen products, including chillers, freezers, meat grinders, refrigerated lorries and cold storage containers. 'The total value of all seized items amounts to RM35,452,093.28. 'Initial checks suggest most of the frozen food items are believed to be locally produced but without proper labelling. 'However, it's also possible that some are imported goods that were relabelled or repackaged.' Further inspections uncovered multiple violations, including operating without a business license, breaching Section 15(1) of the Animal Enactment 2015, as well as Regulation 37, Regulation 11, and Regulation 35(1)(B) of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009 under the Food Act 1983. 'Premise operators were also found to have violated Section 102 and Section 103 of the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171), the Trade Licensing Ordinance 1948 (Local Authority Laws), Regulation 10(1) of the Supply Control Regulations 1974 and Section 21 of the Supply Control Act 1961,' he said. Abdul Rani added that the integrated operation was conducted with the cooperation of several agencies, including the Sabah Department of Veterinary Services (JPVS), Ministry of Health (MOH), local authorities (PBT) and the Sabah Department of Agriculture. 'This operation successfully curtailed the unauthorised storage and sale of frozen food and the handling of such products in violation of health and safety standards. 'It will be continued from time to time, and we urge all business operators to comply with the regulations set by the authorities,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * 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
New Straits Times
27-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Assistant environmental health officer charged with accepting bribe
JOHOR BARU: An Assistant Environmental Health Officer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here yesterday to a charge of accepting a bribe of RM3,000 last year. Mohd Azrul Nazwan A Rani, 42, made the plea before Judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal Arifin Ismail. He was alleged to have received RM3,000 in bribes from a restaurant manager as an inducement not to take legal action against the premises for breach of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009. Mohd Azrul Nazwan was charged with committing the offence at a restaurant in Merlin Tower, Jalan Meldrum here between 8pm and 9pm on July 25 last year. The charge, under Section 17 (a) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 (Act 694), provides a prison sentence not exceeding twenty years and a fine of not less than five times the amount or value of the bribe that is the subject matter of the offence if the bribe can be assessed or is in the form of money, or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. Judge Ahmad Kamal allowed him bail of RM5,000 with one surety and also ordered him to report to the Johor Bahru MACC office once a month and surrender his passport to the court. The court set Aug 5 for mention.
Barnama
26-06-2025
- Barnama
Assistant Environmental Health Officer Charged With Accepting Bribe
He was alleged to have received RM3,000 in bribes from a restaurant manager as an inducement not to take legal action against the premises for breach of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009. JOHOR BAHRU, June 26 (Bernama) -- An Assistant Environmental Health Officer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to a charge of accepting a bribe of RM3,000 last year. Mohd Azrul Nazwan was charged with committing the offence at a restaurant in Merlin Tower, Jalan Meldrum here between 8 pm and 9 pm on July 25 last year. The charge, under Section 17 (a) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 (Act 694), provides a prison sentence not exceeding twenty years and a fine of not less than five times the amount or value of the bribe that is the subject matter of the offence if the bribe can be assessed or is in the form of money, or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. Judge Ahmad Kamal allowed him bail of RM5,000 with one surety and also ordered him to report to the Johor Bahru MACC office once a month and surrender his passport to the court.
The Star
26-06-2025
- The Star
Public health official charged with taking RM3,000 bribe
Azrul Nazwan being taken to court on June 26. He claimed trial to the charge. – BERNAMApic JOHOR BARU: An assistant environmental health officer has claimed trial to a charge of accepting a RM3,000 bribe last year. Mohd Azrul Nazwan A Rani, 42, entered a plea of not guilty before Sessions judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal Arifin Ismail here on Thursday (June 26). He was alleged to have received the money from a restaurant manager as an inducement not to take legal action against the premises for breach of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009. Azrul Nazwan was charged with committing the offence at a restaurant on Jalan Meldrum here between 8pm and 9pm on July 25. The charge, under Section 17 (a) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009, provides for jail of up to 20 years, and a fine not less than five times the amount or value of the bribe or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. The accused was allowed bail of RM5,000 with one surety, ordered to report to the Johor Baru MACC office once a month, and surrender his passport to the court. The court set Aug 5 for mention. – Bernama
