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New Straits Times
14-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Police seize over RM158,000 in drugs, arrest 2 men
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police have dismantled a drug distribution syndicate by seizing 51,180g of cannabis, valued at RM158,658, along with two local men in Perai last Saturday. Seberang Prai Tengah police chief Assistant Commissioner Helmi Aris said that, acting on information and intelligence, a team from the Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (JSJN) apprehended a car carrying two men, aged 45 and 59. "Upon inspecting the vehicle, police found 50 packets of compressed plastic wrap containing dry leaves suspected to be cannabis, weighing 51,180g, with a street value of RM158,658. "This amount is sufficient for 102,360 drug users," he said in a statement this evening. Helmi said that urine tests found both suspects negative for drugs but each had a criminal record related to drugs and crime. He also said that the police seized two cars worth RM81,000 believed to have been purchased from the proceeds of drug sales. "Both men will be remanded for seven days, until May 17, to assist investigations and the case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. – BERNAMA
The Star
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
10 injured in 12-vehicle pile-up during morning rush hour
BUTTERWORTH: A 12-vehicle pile-up along the Butterworth–Kulim Expressway was due to a car stopping abruptly following a traffic congestion, says the police. This resulted in a standstill during the morning rush hour. Central Seberang Perai OCPD Asst Comm Helmi Aris said the incident occurred on the Butterworth-bound side of the expressway. "We received a call at around 7.10am, alerting the police of an accident involving 12 cars and two motorcycles. "Initial investigations showed it occurred when a car suddenly stopped along the expressway, resulting in a rear-end collision with the other vehicles trailing it," he said in a statement on Monday (May 5). ACP Helmi said following the pile-up, two motorcyclists who were passing there, also collided into each other. "Eight of the drivers sustained minor injuries. "The two motorcyclists were also injured. "All of them received treatment at the Seberang Jaya Hospital," he said. ACP Helmi said the case is being investigated under Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Regulations 1959, which prohibits drivers from failing to exercise due control over their vehicle's movements.
The Sun
03-05-2025
- The Sun
Myanmar worker killed in dormitory fight at Bukit Minyak
BUKIT MERTAJAM: A Myanmar national is believed to have been murdered by a compatriot earlier today in a workers' dormitory at a used goods factory in the Asas Jaya Light Industrial Area, Bukit Minyak. Seberang Perai Tengah Police Chief ACP Helmi Aris said police received information from a member of the public at around 9.20 am about a foreign man found unconscious and lying in a pool of blood in the dormitory. 'Preliminary investigations indicated that the victim, a man in his 30s, was an employee at the factory. The incident occurred in a workers' dormitory within the factory compound. 'The victim lived in the dormitory with several others. So far, police have detained 11 foreign nationals residing there to assist with the investigation,' he said in a statement today. He added that a remand application will be made at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court tomorrow to facilitate investigations involving the 11 individuals. Helmi said investigations are ongoing to determine the actual cause and sequence of the incident but police however, have not ruled out the possibility of a fight among them early today. He said the victim's other companions, including the main suspect, who fled the scene, are being tracked down and believe they are still in the state. 'The victim's body has been sent to Seberang Jaya Hospital for a post-mortem. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder,' he added. The victim is believed to have been stabbed in the head with a knife following a misunderstanding among them.
The Star
03-05-2025
- The Star
Police on the trail of Myanmar national who killed his compatriot
BUKIT MERTAJAM: A Myanmar national is believed to have been murdered by a compatriot earlier on Saturday (May 3) in a workers' dormitory at a used goods factory in the Asas Jaya Light Industrial Area, Bukit Minyak. Seberang Perai Tengah Police Chief ACP Helmi Aris said police received information from a member of the public at around 9.20am about a foreign man found unconscious and lying in a pool of blood in the dormitory. "Preliminary investigations indicated that the victim, a man in his 30s, was an employee at the factory. The incident occurred in a workers' dormitory within the factory compound. "The victim lived in the dormitory with several others. So far, police have detained 11 foreign nationals residing there to assist with the investigation," he said in a statement on Saturday. He added that a remand application will be made at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court tomorrow to facilitate investigations involving the 11 individuals. Helmi said investigations are ongoing to determine the actual cause and sequence of the incident but police however, have not ruled out the possibility of a fight among them early on Saturday. He said the victim's other companions, including the main suspect, who fled the scene, are being tracked down and believe they are still in the state. "The victim's body has been sent to Seberang Jaya Hospital for a post-mortem. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder," he added. The victim is believed to have been stabbed in the head with a knife following a misunderstanding among them. - Bernama
Borneo Post
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Singapore GE2025: Parties make final push as polling day nears, voters weigh issues
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaks to supporters after his nomination speech at the Nomination Centre at Jurong Pioneer Junior College on April 23. – Bernama photo SINGAPORE (May 1): With just days to go before polling, political parties contesting Singapore's general election (GE2025) are ramping up efforts to win over more than 2.75 million eligible voters. Since campaigning began following the close of nominations on April 23, parties and candidates have launched full-scale outreach efforts — including house visits, walkabouts, podcast appearances, political party broadcasts, social media campaigns, and the highly anticipated return of physical rallies, which were last held during GE2015. The rallies – held during lunchtime (12 pm to 3 pm) and in the evenings (7 pm to 10 pm) – have drawn sizable crowds. The Workers' Party (WP) has been particularly successful in attracting large turnouts, with its venues reaching maximum capacity for at least two consecutive nights. These events are also livestreamed on social media platforms, including by mainstream media, garnering strong online viewership. Pacific Research Centre of Malaysia's principal adviser, Dr Oh Ei Sun, observed that social media had been used for political propaganda well before the official campaign period, and noted that the opposition appears to have greater access to mainstream media this time. 'It remains to be seen if all these would have an impact on the election,' he told Bernama. The cooling-off period begins at midnight on May 2 and lasts until the close of polls, during which all forms of campaigning are prohibited. The police have issued permits for 11 rallies to six parties and one independent candidate on the last day of campaigning on May 1. Bread-and-butter issues such as the cost of living, housing, job security, as well as the Goods and Services Tax (GST), have taken centre stage in rally speeches. At times, pointed criticisms of rival parties and candidates have added drama to what is typically a civil political discourse in Singapore. Helmi, 60, a voter in the five-seat Tanjong Pagar Group Representation Constituency (GRC), said he believed Singaporeans tend to be pragmatic when deciding on the country's and their children's future. He and his wife, Angela, took leave from work to attend a rally, saying it was an opportunity not to be missed, as it allowed them to get a sense of the 'pulse' to listen and get up close to the candidates. 'The cost of living is an issue because I help in social services, and I see that there are people – not many, but still – who are struggling. While the majority might be able to cushion the cost of living and inflation in the short term, we must not forget those in the lower-income group who may not have that capacity. 'Who I choose is the one that I believe will take care of these people,' Helmi said, adding that his mind is already made up ahead of the May 3 polls. The father of two said party manifestos, speeches, and track records were key in shaping his decision. It's a different story for Bala and Merchan, who are still undecided about whom to vote for. Both working in the finance sector, they said all three – the candidates, the parties, and their manifestos – are equally important in making their decision. 'I've not read all the manifestos, but I read everything that is reported in the media,' Bala said, adding that job security is his key concern. Meanwhile, for Merchan, it is about ensuring 'Singapore continues to be what it is today,' especially in terms of the economy. Singaporeans will go to the polls this Saturday, with 92 out of 97 parliamentary seats being contested. A surprise walkover for the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) occurred in the five-seat Marine Parade–Braddell Heights GRC on nomination day. In total, 206 candidates from 11 political parties and independents are vying for the remaining seats across 32 constituencies, comprising 17 GRCs and 15 Single Member Constituencies (SMCs). According to Oh, all eyes will be on East Coast GRC – where PAP had a narrow win in GE2020 – and several newly created SMCs, to see if the opposition can make further inroads after their absence in Marine Parade–Braddell Heights GRC surprised many. Another hotly contested area is the newly formed four-seat Punggol GRC, which will see a straight fight between the PAP slate led by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and WP's team of four newcomers, including lawyers Harpreet Singh and Siti Alia. The five-seat Tampines GRC – won by PAP in GE2020 — is also expected to be closely watched, as it features a face-off between two Malay-Muslim figures: PAP's Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli and WP's Faisal Abdul Manap. Other notable mentions include Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) secretary-general Dr Chee Soon Juan, a perennial candidate and activist who has been part of the country's political landscape since 1992. In GE2025, he is contesting the newly created Sembawang West SMC. In the last election, PAP won 83 out of 93 seats, with the remaining seats going to the WP. Polling stations will open at 8 am and close at 8 pm on polling day, with results expected to start coming in after 10 pm. – Bernama election lead politics Singapore
