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Borneo Post
6 days ago
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Man claims trial to raping, sexually assaulting 13-year-old daughter in Miri
The court set this Sept 18 for case management and ordered the accused to be remanded at Miri Central Prison pending the date. – Photo by Jenifer Laeng MIRI (Aug 6): A man pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to charges of raping and sexually assaulting his 13-year-old daughter. The 53-year-old entered the plea before Judge Afidah Abdul Rahman after the charges under Section 376(3) of the Penal Code and Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 were read by a court interpreter. On the first charge under Section 376(3), which carries a jail term of between eight and 30 years and whipping upon conviction, he is accused of raping the victim in a house here at about 2am on April 20, 2023. On the second charge under Section 14(a), which carries a maximum of 20 years' imprisonment and whipping upon conviction, he allegedly committed physical sexual assault on the victim at the same location at around 12.30am on July 20 this year. The prosecution urged the court not to grant bail as the accused resides in the same house as the victim. The court set this Sept 18 for case management and ordered the accused to be remanded at Miri Central Prison pending the date.
Borneo Post
31-07-2025
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Miri technician fined RM350 for acting as mule account holder
According to the facts of the case, the accused was found in possession of RM350 in his bank account which was suspected to be unlawfully obtained. – Photo by Jenifer Laeng MIRI (July 31): A technician was fined RM350 in default two weeks' imprisonment by the Magistrates' Court here today for acting as a mule account holder. Magistrate Ashok Linggam meted out the fine on Shahrin Nizam Arshad, 46, from Penang after he pleaded guilty to a charge under Section 37(1) of the Sarawak Minor Offences Ordinance 1958. According to the facts of the case, the accused was found in possession of RM350 in his bank account which was suspected to be unlawfully obtained. During the investigation, Shahrin failed to explain how the funds came into his possession. He committed the offence at 12.49pm on June 30 at a lot on Jalan Kampung Luak 4E, Kampung Luak Bay, Jalan Bakam here. In mitigation, the married father of two pleaded for leniency as he was a first-time offender. The prosecution was handled by deputy public prosecutor Luqman Hakim Sahrol Bahar, while the accused did not have legal representation.
Borneo Post
24-07-2025
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Man charged with raping underage teen at swiftlet birdhouse in Niah
Photo shows the Miri Court Complex. — Photo by Jenifer Laeng MIRI (July 24): A man was charged in the Magistrates' Court here today with three counts of raping an underage teenage girl at a swiftlet birdhouse near Niah this month. No plea was recorded from Pui Yong Fock, 31, who nodded in understanding after the charges under Section 376(1) of the Penal Code were read to him in Mandarin by a court interpreter. The Section provides for up to 20 years' imprisonment and whipping, upon conviction. Pui, from Sungai Rait, Jalan Bakam, was charged with committing the offence against a 15-year-old girl on July 12, July 16, and July 17, each at around 1am at the same location along Jalan Niah-Bintulu. Magistrate Ashok Linggam set Aug 19 for further mention of the case at the Sessions Court following an application by deputy public prosecutor Muhammad Asymawi Ghazali. The court also denied the accused bail and ordered him to be further remanded pending the date.
Borneo Post
23-07-2025
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Bomba: Five hotspots identified across Sarawak, fire stations in affected divisions on high alert
Jamri speaks to reporters after the event. – Photo by Jenifer Laeng MIRI (July 23): Five hotspots have been identified by the relevant authorities across Sarawak and these are likely contributing to hazy conditions made worse by persistent hot and dry weather, said Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) Sarawak director Jamri Masran. He said fire stations in the affected divisions are on high alert and are carrying out close monitoring. 'The five identified hotspots are located at Kampung Selarat in Lundu (Kuching), Kampung Lachau Jinggau (Sri Aman), Rumah Pilai (Sibu), Lusong Laku (Kapit), and Long Tuyuk (Limbang),' he told reporters after officiating at the Bomba Sarawak Monthly Assembly at Lopeng Fire Station here today. He said all personnel in the respective divisions have been mobilised to monitor the affected areas and take proactive measures to mitigate any potential fire risk. 'For the hotspot in Limbang, although it does not fall within Miri's vicinity, the Lutong Fire and Rescue Station has been assigned to maintain continuous observation of the area,' he said. Jamri stressed that Bomba remains in a state of preparedness throughout the year, not just during dry spells or haze periods, due to the increasingly unpredictable nature of current weather patterns. 'The weather nowadays is very inconsistent – one moment it's scorching hot, the next it's raining, which makes early prediction and planning a challenge,' he said. In his speech, Jamri said the department would continue advancing its integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), in line with the rapid pace of global technological developments. He said the implementation of AI within the department is a strategic initiative capable of transforming operational processes and significantly enhancing organisational efficiency. 'AI offers faster and more effective data processing capabilities compared to conventional methods, enabling the department to make more accurate decisions based on complex and extensive data analysis. 'With systems such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning, many repetitive and labour-intensive tasks can now be carried out more efficiently and without error. 'For instance, fire safety plan processing can now be completed within a day compared to the previous time frame of 14 days,' he said. Jamri also touched on the directive regarding the Prohibition on Making Public Statements Under Subregulation 19(1) of the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 [P.U. (A) 395/1993. According to the directive, he said public officers are prohibited from making any public statements that may tarnish or discredit the government's image. 'Public officers are not allowed to make any comments that highlight the weaknesses of any government policy, plan or decision, or circulate any such statements or remarks whether made by themselves or others,' he explained. Jamri (back centre) presents a certificate of appreciation to Special Tactical Operations and Rescue Team of Malaysia leader Rorudi Umas for his team's hard work and dedication in the recent search and rescue operation at Pujut 7 Miri. From back left are Ahmad Nizam, Ismaidi, and Sofian. – Photo by Jenifer Laeng He emphasised that the government is committed to optimising the use of communication media, particularly social media, to ensure transparent and responsible dissemination of information related to government policies. 'Social media is a vital platform for enabling government agencies to communicate swiftly and effectively with the public and stakeholders, enhancing the delivery of government services. 'I therefore urge all Sarawak Bomba personnel to be prudent when making any statements, comments, or posts. Refrain from spreading false information, inciting remarks, slander, provocation, or any claims that cannot be verified,' he stressed. During the same event, Jamri also presented certificates of appreciation to several Bomba officers, strategic partners, agencies, and media representatives for their continued support, dedication, and collaboration with the department. Among those present were Sarawak Regional Air Base commander Asst Fire Commr Sofian Ahmed@Ibrahim, Fire Safety Division deputy director Senior Fire Supt Ahmad Nizam Sapaiee, and Zone 6 Miri Fire chief Senior Fire Supt Ismaidi Ismail. hotspots Jamri Masran lead
Borneo Post
12-06-2025
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Indonesian workers with expired social visit passes jailed 5 months for overstaying in Miri
According to the facts of the case, police and immigration officers conducted a joint raid on an entertainment centre along Jalan Kubu here at around 10pm on May 9, 2025 and detained six men for inspection. – Photo by Jenifer Laeng MIRI (June 12): Six foreign workers were each sentenced to five months in prison by the Sessions Court here today for overstaying here. Judge Afidah Abdul Rahman also ordered Indonesian nationals Andriyanto, 33, Wisnu Zaeni Malik, 21, Udin, 26, Rendi Farizi, 31, Ricky Muhamad Hakim, 22, and Rudi Ramli, 40, to be referred to the Immigration Department upon their release for deportation. The six were charged under Section 15(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63, punishable under Section 15(4) of the same Act, which provides for a fine not exceeding RM10,000 or imprisonment for up to five years, or both, upon conviction. According to the facts of the case, police and immigration officers conducted a joint raid on an entertainment centre along Jalan Kubu here at around 10pm on May 9, 2025 and detained six men for inspection. Checks revealed they were Indonesian citizens whose social visit passes had expired. In separate proceedings in the same courtroom, Judge Afidah sentenced an Indonesian woman and her two male counterparts to three months' jail each after they pleaded guilty to abusing their social visit passes. Muhammad Mauludin, 30, Mujahidin Adu, 43, and Aliza, 25, were charged under Regulation 11(7) of the Immigration Regulations 1963, punishable under Regulation 39(b) of the same law, which carries imprisonment not exceeding six months or a fine not exceeding RM1,000, or both, upon conviction. They committed the offence at around 4.35pm on May 8, 2025 by working at a restaurant in the Saberkas Commercial Centre here, thus violating their social visit passes. In mitigation, the trio pleaded to the court for a lenient sentence, citing this was their first offence. Immigration Department Miri enforcement officer Abdul Sophian Mohamad prosecuted both cases, while all of the accused were unrepresented by legal counsel. Indonesian workers jail miri overstaying
