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Daily Express
10-06-2025
- Daily Express
KTMB blames cable theft for train delays up north, plans RM12.8 million prevention upgrade
Published on: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 10, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Since 2024, KTMB's total losses from cable theft in the northern sector has reached RM1.44 million, comprising RM1.28 million in 2024 and RM162,000 as of March 2025. — File picture by Hari Anggara Kuala Lumpur: Cable theft involving the signalling and communication systems on three Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad's (KTMB) northern routes today has caused disruption and train delays of more than 60 minutes for both the Northern Komuter and Electric Train Services (ETS). KTMB in a statement said among the affected locations were the Tapah Road - Sungkai (KM250.5) route with approximately 200 metres of cable stolen, Kamunting - Bukit Merah - Bagan Serai (KM87.25) with 110 metres stolen, and Simpang Ampat - Bukit Mertajam (KM15.5) with 40 metres affected. Advertisement The incident disrupted train operations, causing significant delays of between 80 and 115 minutes involving the following services; EP9172 (KL Sentral - Butterworth), EG9321 (Butterworth - Segamat), EX9107 (Butterworth - KL Sentral), EX9207 (Padang Besar - KL Sentral), and EG9420 (Segamat - Padang Besar). In addition, the Northern KTM Komuter service on the Ipoh - Butterworth - Ipoh route was also affected, with average delays of 30 minutes. KTMB said early notifications of the disruptions were sent to passengers via SMS and KTMB's official social media platforms. KTMB chief operating officer Mohd Zain Mat Taha in the same statement said 45 cases of cable theft have been recorded in the northern sector from January to May this year. 'This type of theft amounts to sabotage of railway infrastructure and could threaten the safety of hundreds of passengers while also crippling public transportation,' he said. As a mitigation measure, KTMB announced a plan to upgrade its signalling network, involving an estimated cost of RM12.8 million annually over the next three years, with a focus on hotspot areas. Among the planned improvements are installing manhole covers with special locking mechanisms at 21 locations, enhancing surveillance and prevention infrastructure including CCTV cameras and drones, and installing anti-climb security fencing. Additionally, he said monitoring and patrols by KTMB Auxiliary Police with cooperation from the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) would be intensified in hotspot areas to curb theft. 'We (KTMB) would like to call for the public's cooperation to report any suspicious activity to the authorities in order to combat such crime. 'We also apologise for any inconvenience experienced by passengers and remain committed to ensuring train service safety and reliability in the interest of the people and the country,' he added. Since 2024, total losses from cable theft in the northern sector has reached RM1.44 million, comprising RM1.28 million in 2024 and RM162,000 as of March 2025. * 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
Borneo Post
07-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Two arrested in Long Lama for alleged drug trafficking
Marudi police chief DSP Nor Aizan Mohd Jamil, in a statement, said that the two suspects aged 32 and 47, were apprehended between 12pm and 1pm in Long Lama, Baram. ― Photo by Hari Anggara/Malay Mail MIRI (May 7): Police have arrested two local men on Monday for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking activities. Marudi police chief DSP Nor Aizan Mohd Jamil, in a statement, said that the two suspects aged 32 and 47, were apprehended between 12pm and 1pm in Long Lama, Baram. 'During the arrest, police seized drugs suspected to be syabu weighing 60g and estimated to be worth RM6,600. 'The amount of drugs seized in this case could supply up to 600 addicts,' he said, adding that police also seized a pickup truck worth RM45,000 from the suspects. Nor Aizan said initial investigation revealed that both suspects had prior drug-related offences. He added that the duo also tested positive for Methamphetamine and Amphetamine. 'Based on information received, the drugs were supplied from Miri and intended for distribution among estate labourers in Long Lama,' he said. He stated that the suspects are currently under remand until May 13 to facilitate police investigation under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. drug trafficking lead Long Lama Nor Aizan Mohd Jamil
Malay Mail
26-04-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Dot the i's and cross the t's — Hafiz Hassan
APRIL 26 — Try writing in cursive the word 'bail'. If you don't dot the third letter in the word, it can be read as 'ball'. Now try writing in cursive as well, the word 'bait'. If you don't cross the fourth letter, the word becomes 'bail'. That was how my English teacher explained why I must dot my i's and cross my t's. Dot the i's and cross the t's is actually an English idiom which means to pay a great deal of attention to the details of something, especially when you are trying to complete a task. It is a phrase to remind you that if you are nearing completing a task, make sure all the details, even the minor ones, are taken care of. It is much like one would make sure that the dot is on the 'i' so that the word is 'bail' and not 'ball', and the line (-) is on the 't'so that the word is 'bait' and not 'bail'. It is a way of emphasising the importance of being thorough and precise. Dot the i's and cross the t's is actually an English idiom which means to pay a great deal of attention to the details of something. — Photo by Hari Anggara If you are thorough and precise — dotting the i's and crossing the t's — you can be sure of presenting the Jalur Gemilang correctly. * This is the personal opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Mail.
