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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Construction of Ketereh–Kok Lanas stretch on Kelantan highway moving faster than planned, on track for August 2026 completion
KOTA BHARU, Aug 10 — Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi today gave the assurance that the ministry will closely manage the Kota Bharu-Kuala Krai (KBKK) Expressway Package 2B project from Ketereh to Kok Lanas to ensure its timely completion by August 2026. He said work resumed in February this year and has now reached 6.1 per cent completion, which is 5.1 per cent ahead of the scheduled progress. 'This package, involving the construction of a four-lane dual carriageway spanning 6.2 kilometres and with a current contract cost of RM73.7 million, is now being undertaken by contractor, Daie Engineering Sdn Bhd, to complete the outstanding works. 'I am aware that this project is facing several challenges, including land acquisition, utility coordination, labour shortages, unpredictable weather, and rising construction material prices. 'However, I assure that the Works Ministry together with the Public Works Department will closely monitor and manage these challenges as best as possible so that the project can be completed according to schedule,' he said in a Facebook post. Nanta, who inspected the project today, said that as part of the overall 70.4 km KBKK Expressway construction, Package 2B will also serve as an important link in easing congestion along Federal Route 8, especially during festive seasons and school holidays. 'In addition, it will reduce travel time from seven hours to four and a half hours, cut travel distance by 24 km, improve road safety, and open up new economic opportunities for the local community. 'To me, this project is not just about building a new road, it is the lifeline connecting the people of Kelantan to greater opportunities, be it in terms of economy, social aspects, or quality of life,' he said. He added that when the highway is completed, it will form part of the Central Spine Road (LTU) network, strengthening the connectivity between the East Coast and the Klang Valley. 'I would like to thank all parties involved for their efforts and commitment. My hope is to see the people of Kelantan and the East Coast enjoy the benefits of this project within the stipulated time frame. The people cannot be kept waiting any longer,' he said. — Bernama
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Malay Mail
Released from prison in July, Kelantan man now held over suspected murder of father
MACHANG, Aug 7 — A 39-year-old man has been remanded for seven days to assist in the investigation into the suspected murder of his father at a house in Kampung Baru Kuala Gris, Dabong, Kuala Krai, yesterday. Magistrate Amal Razim Alias issued the remand order, effective until August 13, to facilitate investigations under Section 302 of the Penal Code. Earlier, the suspect, clad in a purple lock-up attire, arrived at the court at 9.15am in a police vehicle. The body of a 74-year-old man was found in the kitchen of his house with serious head injuries, believed to have been caused by a blunt object. He was confirmed dead at the scene. Police later detained a male suspect, who is the victim's son, and seized a broken chair believed to have been used in the incident. The suspect tested positive for methamphetamine and was a former inmate of the Batu Jong Satellite Prison in Kuala Krai. He was released in early July after serving a sentence for a drug-related offence. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Decomposing body of elderly woman found in locked flat
The body of Halimatun Yusoff was found in the living room of her residence after firefighters forced open a locked door. PETALING JAYA : The decomposing body of an elderly woman was found at her residence in Flat Sri Guchil, Kuala Krai, Kelantan, this afternoon. Kuala Krai fire and rescue station operations commander Khairul Duha Abdul Halim said the body of Halimatun Yusoff, 69, who lived alone, was found at 2.08pm in the living room after firefighters forced open a locked door. 'We received a distress call at 2.04pm from police seeking assistance to open the door to the unit following a complaint of a foul smell. 'After the door was opened, our team found the decomposing body of an elderly woman who had died in the living room,' Bernama reported him as saying today.
Malay Mail
24-07-2025
- Malay Mail
In Kelantan, couple charged with trafficking over 67kg of cannabis in Kuala Krai, faces death or life imprisonment
KUALA KRAI, July 24 — A married couple was charged in the Magistrates' Court here today with two offences involving the trafficking and possession of cannabis and methamphetamine two weeks ago. No plea was recorded from Wan Muhamad Aziem Ashraf Wan Mustafa, 31, and his wife Wan Matraf Azlinda Wan Mat, 49, as the charges fall under the jurisdiction of the High Court. According to the first charge, the couple is accused of trafficking 67.75 kg of cannabis by the roadside at Padang Sembilan here, at approximately 4am on July 11. They were charged under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which provides for the death penalty or life imprisonment and a minimum of 15 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. For the second charge, they are accused of possessing 15.1 g of methamphetamine at the same location, date, and time. The charge is framed under Section 12(2) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a maximum sentence of five years' imprisonment and up to nine strokes of the cane, upon conviction. Deputy public prosecutor Mazlinda Mohd Nor appeared for the prosecution, while the accused were unrepresented. The court fixed September 23 for case mention and submission of the chemistry report. — Bernama
Malay Mail
15-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Kuala Krai council member pleads not guilty to rape in laundromat, court sets bail at RM15,000
KOTA BARU, June 15 — A Kuala Krai District Council member pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of raping a 29-year-old woman who was also his employee. The accused Muhammad Jaya Murugan Abdullah, 47, made the plea after the charge was read before Judge Zulkifli Abdullah. According to the charge, the alleged offence took place at a laundromat, Nikiysa 1909 Laundry, at PT 2430, Jalan KCP 2, Krai Central Park, at 2pm on May 29. He is charged under Section 376(1) of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum imprisonment of up to 20 years and whipping upon conviction. Lawyer Ariff Azami Hussein, representing the accused, applied for bail on the grounds that his client has no prior criminal record, is a community leader within the local Indian population, and is active in business and social initiatives. 'The accused has 12 children, including two stepchildren, and is currently supporting 10 who are still in school. The proposed surety is his biological brother, who works as a plantation manager. Our client is also willing to report regularly to the police station,' the lawyer said. However, deputy public prosecutor Kamarul Hasyime Rosli objected to the bail application, citing the seriousness of the charge, and proposed a bail sum of RM30,000 along with additional conditions. The court allowed the accused a bail of RM15,000 with two local sureties, along with several conditions, including surrendering his passport, reporting to the police every two months, and being strictly prohibited from harassing the victim in any way. The court set July 15 for mention. — Bernama
