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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] PSM duo quizzed over LGBT-linked event
KUALA LUMPUR: Police recorded statements from two Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) members in connection with an event linked to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues. Federal police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain confirmed this when contacted today. "Both individuals were called in to have their statements recorded this afternoon by the Classified Criminal Investigation Unit (USJT). "The statements were taken to assist in the investigation of a case related to a post about the organisation of the Pride Care LGBT gathering," he said. It was reported that a total of 188 police reports had been lodged concerning allegations of a programme related to LGBT issues, said to have been organised by the youth wing of a political party in Petaling Jaya. The reports were filed by various parties nationwide after the issue went viral last week. Previously, Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said police had launched an investigation following a social media post regarding a planned programme, believed to be scheduled for June 21 at an undisclosed location in Petaling Jaya. According to police, the programme is believed to have provoked public sensitivity and violated national laws, which do not recognise any form of LGBT practice. The case is currently being investigated under Section 298A of the Penal Code, for actions likely to disturb public harmony by insulting or degrading religion, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, for the improper use of network services.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
PSM duo quizzed over LGBT-linked event
KUALA LUMPUR: Federal police have confirmed that statements were recorded from two individuals from Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) over the organisation of a programme related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues. Federal Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain confirmed this when contacted today. "Both individuals were called in this afternoon to have their statements recorded by the Classified Criminal Investigation Unit (USJT). "The statements were taken to assist in the investigation of a case related to a post about the organisation of the Pride Care LGBT gathering," he said.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Police receive 188 reports over alleged LGBT event in PJ
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 188 police reports have been lodged concerning allegations of a programme related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues, said to have been organised by the youth wing of a political party in Petaling Jaya. Federal Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the reports were filed by various parties nationwide after the issue went viral last week. He said that police would be summoning the event organisers to record their statements in due course. "As of now, the police have received 188 reports on the matter. We will be calling in the organisers for questioning," he said when contacted by Berita Harian today. Previously, Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said that police had launched an i nvestigation following a social media post regarding a planned programme, believed to be scheduled for June 21 at an undisclosed location in Petaling Jaya. According to police, the programme is believed to have provoked public sensitivity and violated national laws, which do not recognise any form of LGBT practice. The case is currently being investigated under Section 298A of the Penal Code, for actions likely to disturb public harmony by insulting or degrading religion, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, for the improper use of network services.
New Straits Times
23-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Police warn rich and famous: Flaunting wealth online may attract criminals
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have urged social media influencers and public personalities to refrain from flaunting their wealth and luxury lifestyles online, warning that such behaviour could attract criminals. Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said this is because criminals actively monitor social media to track the daily activities of potential victims. "They closely observe assets, residential locations, times when the victims are not home, types of vehicles, and security features such as closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems," he said in an exclusive interview with Kosmo! recently. Shuhaily said that influencers often, perhaps unknowingly, reveal excessive personal information including locations, expensive items, and daily routines on their social media accounts. "This makes it easier for criminals to devise strategies to commit crimes such as robbery," he said. Shuhaily cited two burglary cases involving influencers that were reported last year, one in Gombak, Selangor, and another in Seberang Perai Utara, Penang. "In both cases, the perpetrators are believed to have conducted detailed research on the victims through social media before the attacks," he said. In the first case, the victim, a cosmetics entrepreneur, suffered losses amounting to RM3.5 million after her home in Gombak was broken into. The second case in Penang involved a popular food business owner who lost RM449,930 worth of valuables. Previously, Kosmo! reported that prominent entrepreneur Liana Rosli, also known as Kak KM, lost millions of ringgit after burglars made off with a safe containing jewellery from her home last year. Police managed to arrest the suspect within 24 hours and recovered the stolen items. It was revealed that the suspect had previously requested the victim's address under the pretext of collecting products. Meanwhile, influencer and entrepreneur Kieda Crepe reported losses of RM800,000 after her home was burgled in April 2024, with a safe containing jewellery stolen.
The Star
12-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Don't let power thieves profit
KUALA LUMPUR: About half a billion ringgit has been lost to electricity theft over the last four years, with the bulk of it from illegal crypto mining. Based on statistics provided by Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB), Bukit Aman said there was substantial losses due to illegal cryptocurrency mining which requires a huge amount of computing power. 'Overall, TNB lost about RM520mil to electricity thefts. Most of the cases involved illegal crypto mining operations,' said Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Comm Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain (pic). Five years ago, TNB lost RM9.2mil to power thieves, followed by RM140.6mil in 2021, RM124.9mil (2022), RM67.1mil (2023) and RM138.7mil last year. As of last month, it registered a RM40.1mil loss. Comm Mohd Shuhaily told The Star that crypto mining syndicates tend to operate from rented shop lots, warehouses or even residential homes. He said these criminals would often pick areas where foot traffic was low. To ensure continuity of their operations, he said the syndicates would run high-powered mining machines 24 hours a day, which generate intense heat and noise. 'Many syndicates would then install heavy duty ventilation systems, air conditioners and soundproofing materials to avoid drawing attention from the neighbours or enforcement authorities.' As for the power consumption, he said a common tactic used by syndicate members was to illegally bypass the electricity meter by tapping directly into the main power distribution board. 'This allows them to consume massive amounts of electricity – often equivalent to what an entire residential block would use. 'Some syndicates also employ technicians and electrical experts to ensure the illegal wiring is done. 'In more sophisticated setups, surveillance cameras and entry-control mechanisms are installed. And only their insiders are given access to the site,' Comm Mohd Shuhaily said. These syndicates, he said, were often on the move to avoid detection. 'They would shift their operations every few months to new premises,' he said. Rental agreements are typically made under false identities or using third-party intermediaries, making it harder to trace the individuals behind the activity, he added. Comm Mohd Shuhaily said the public should be alert to signs of suspicious activities in their neighbourhoods. 'Common indicators include buildings with heavy-duty ventilation systems operating non-stop, unusual humming or whirring sounds similar to industrial fans, or properties that appear unoccupied or underused but consistently have lights or cooling systems running at odd hours. 'In some cases, residents may notice frequent electrical work. 'If you come across such signs or suspect illegal electricity use, do not approach the site. Instead, report it to the nearest police station or contact TNB's hotline. 'Your information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial in uncovering illegal operations,' he said, adding that these reports would be confidential. Comm Mohd Shuhaily said there was intensified joint enforcement operations codenamed Ops Letrik in 2023 spearheaded by the CID's Intelligence, Operation and Records Division (D4). The division, led by principal assistant director Senior Asst Comm Noor Dellhan Yahaya, had focussed on illegal crypto-mining activities. 'There is also intelligence gathering, increased cooperation with local councils and TNB, and improved public awareness. 'Additionally, advancements in TNB's detection technology made it easier to identify and isolate suspicious consumption patterns,' he said. Since 2020, he said 2,488 raids had been conducted under Ops Letrik nationwide. 'We also seized 95,163 crypto-mining machines,' he said. Comm Mohd Shuhaily said that 918 people had been detained following the raids. Besides electricity theft caused by illegal crypto mining, he said other culprits included illegal factories and commercial premises which tampered with electricity meters. He said electricity thefts compromise the integrity and safety of the national power grid. 'Moreover, the illegal nature of these setups often makes enforcement and prosecution more challenging, as the premises may be vacated or operations shifted before authorities can act,' he said.
