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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- New Straits Times
Police probe loan shark-linked vandalism in Penang
SEBERANG JAYA: Police are investigating an incident of vandalism, believed to be linked to illegal loan shark activities, after a video went viral showing a house gate and car splashed with red paint. The video, posted on social media platform X by user @Negori09 yesterday, showed the vandalism in Seberang Jaya. Seberang Prai Tengah district police chief Assistant Commissioner Helmi Aris confirmed that a police report had been lodged over the incident. He said the investigation is being carried out under Section 5(2) of the Moneylenders Act 1951 and Section 427 of the Penal Code. "Investigations are still ongoing, with efforts to identify the suspects underway," he said in a statement today. Helmi urged the public to avoid borrowing money from unlicensed lenders, commonly known as "Ah Longs", and to immediately report any threats or extortion attempts to the authorities.
New Straits Times
05-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Teen motorcyclist killed in crash with trailer at traffic lights
BUKIT MERTAJAM: A 19-year-old motorcyclist was killed after a collision with a trailer lorry at a traffic light intersection along Jalan Permatang Pauh here last night. The incident, which occurred at about 8.20pm, involved a motorcycle travelling from Mak Mandin towards Permatang Pauh. Seberang Prai Tengah district police chief Assistant Commissioner Helmi Aris said the motorcyclist was proceeding through a green light at the junction when the trailer, coming from the opposite direction, suddenly made a right turn without stopping at the red light. "The motorcyclist was unable to avoid the trailer and crashed into its left mid-section. He died at the scene due to severe injuries," he said in a statement today. The trailer driver, who was unhurt, has been detained to assist in the investigation. A preliminary urine test returned negative. Helmi said police have obtained a four-day remand order against the lorry driver from the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless driving causing death. He also reminded all road users to remain alert and obey traffic signals, especially at intersections, to avoid similar tragedies. A video of the crash has since gone viral on social media.
The Sun
21-06-2025
- The Sun
46 foreign workers detained after hostel riot in Bukit Mertajam
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police detained 46 foreign men following a disturbance at the grounds of a workers hostel here last night. Seberang Perai Tengah (SPT) police chief ACP Helmi Aris said his station received information from the public at 10.42 pm, claiming that a group of foreign workers had ominously gathered in the compound of the building which was once a hotel. 'Initial investigations show that the building was used as a workers' hostel by a company located in the Bukit Minyak Industrial area, with rules prohibiting workers from smoking or consuming alcohol at the dormitory. 'The commotion arose after workers were dissatisfied with the hostel warden, also a foreign national, for collecting fines from workers who violated the rules without the company's knowledge,' he said in a statement today. Helmi said the unilateral action led to several workers staying in the hostel to revolt and damage the company's van in front of the building. The suspects have been remanded for four days until June 24 for further investigation under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting with weapons or dangerous objects. Earlier, the incident went viral on social media, causing consternation among the public but police were speedily seen at the location to defuse the protest.
The Sun
21-06-2025
- The Sun
Penang cops round up 46 foreign workers for rioting at hostel
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police detained 46 foreign men following a disturbance at the grounds of a workers hostel here last night. Seberang Perai Tengah (SPT) police chief ACP Helmi Aris said his station received information from the public at 10.42 pm, claiming that a group of foreign workers had ominously gathered in the compound of the building which was once a hotel. 'Initial investigations show that the building was used as a workers' hostel by a company located in the Bukit Minyak Industrial area, with rules prohibiting workers from smoking or consuming alcohol at the dormitory. 'The commotion arose after workers were dissatisfied with the hostel warden, also a foreign national, for collecting fines from workers who violated the rules without the company's knowledge,' he said in a statement today. Helmi said the unilateral action led to several workers staying in the hostel to revolt and damage the company's van in front of the building. The suspects have been remanded for four days until June 24 for further investigation under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting with weapons or dangerous objects. Earlier, the incident went viral on social media, causing consternation among the public but police were speedily seen at the location to defuse the protest.
The Star
21-06-2025
- The Star
Penang cops round up 46 foreign workers for rioting at hostel
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police detained 46 foreign men following a disturbance at the grounds of a workers' hostel here Friday (June 20) night. Seberang Perai Tengah OCPD Asst Comm Helmi Aris said his station received information from the public at 10.42pm, claiming that a group of foreign workers were causing a ruckus in the compound of the building that was once a hotel. "Initial investigations show that the building was used as a workers' hostel by a company located in the Bukit Minyak Industrial area, with rules prohibiting workers from smoking or consuming alcohol at the dormitory. "The commotion arose after workers were dissatisfied with the hostel warden, also a foreign national, for collecting fines from workers who violated the rules without the company's knowledge," he said in a statement Saturday (June 21). Helmi said the unilateral action led to several workers staying in the hostel to damage the company's van in front of the building. The suspects have been remanded for four days until June 24 for further investigation under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting with weapons or dangerous objects. Earlier, the incident went viral on social media, causing consternation among the public but police were speedily seen at the location to defuse the protest. - Bernama
