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The Star
an hour ago
- The Star
Students arrested for allegedly stealing grandfather's savings
Two students have been arrested for allegedly stealing RM40,000 from their grandfather's savings stored under his mattress in Tawau district. The 60-year-old, who had been saving for years, discovered the theft at Kg Durian, Merotai, around 7 p.m. on Monday (July 21). He found that RM40,000 of his RM60,000 savings was missing and immediately informed his son. A police report followed, said Tawau OCPD Asst Comm Jasmin Hussin. Initial investigations revealed the victim kept his money under his mattress in his room. "Two girls aged 13 and 15 - the man's granddaughters - were brought in to assist with investigations," he said, adding that the exact missing amount is being verified. ACP Jasmin advised the public against keeping large sums of money in unsafe places to prevent theft, damage, or other losses.
The Star
4 hours ago
- The Star
QuickCheck: Did a driver get into an accident while racing in Johor?
In the rush of adrenaline and the thrill of speed, racing on public roads can lead to unexpected turns. When competitive spirits take over, sometimes the outcome is more than just a victory or loss. Did a driver really get into an accident while racing in Johor? VERDICT: TRUE A male driver escaped unhurt after his car rammed into the road dividers at KM4 of the Pasir Gudang Highway. Johor Baru OCPD Asst Comm Balveer Singh said the incident happened at the stretch towards Perling at 12.22 on Wednesday (July 23). He said police received a report on the incident from a 21-year-old man who was the driver of the ill-fated car on July 23 at 8.58pm. "The video of the incident showing the car and another car with a female driver at the wheel overtaking each other went viral," ACP Balveer said in a statement. He said the account holder of the Community Road Johor – CRJ Facebook page, uploaded the 60-second video. "Our investigation found the male driver had overtaken the 24-year-old female driver on the right lane," said ACP Balveer. He said this prompted the other driver to overtake the male driver from the left lane and immediately enter the right lane with the Proton Wira 1.3GL behind her. ACP Balveer said the male driver then hit the rear part of the right side of the woman's car, adding the male driver failed to apply his brakes. He added that this then caused him to hit the road dividers. "Both drivers tested negative for drugs and driving while intoxicated," he said, adding the case is being investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. ACP Balveer called upon those who have information on the case to contact the investigating officer Insp Ong Jing Siong at 011-16490168.
The Star
13 hours ago
- The Star
Debt likely a motive in abduction, say police
PETALING JAYA: A suspected gang member was arrested in SS19, Subang Jaya, on Tuesday, just hours after he abducted a man in Puchong. Subang Jaya OCPD Asst Comm Wan Azlan Wan Mamat ( pic ) said the victim, who was with the 32-year-old suspect, was rescued during the police operation at 10pm. He said the victim was found to have suffered minor injuries from the incident. ACP Wan Azlan said the suspect, who has a criminal record and a tattoo of an outlawed secret society, was remanded for investigation for four days. 'Preliminary investigation showed that the motive of abduction is related to debts,' he told reporters. Police are on the lookout for three accomplices of the suspect who remain at large. The case is being investigated for abduction and causing hurt. A video of the abduction was circulated on social media on Tuesday, which shows four men pulling off the abduction with a small bonded lorry by a road shoulder in Jalan Persiaran Puchong at about 6.30pm. The victim, who was bundled onto the lorry, attempted to break free but is seen being assaulted repeatedly in the brief video clip. ACP Wan Azlan urged those with information to contact Insp Dinesh Ganasan at 011-3309 4457 or the Subang Jaya police at 03-7862 7100. The case is being investigated under Section 323 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt, which carries a jail term of up to one year or a fine of up to RM2,000.
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Suspected drug traffickers nabbed in Melaka after 13km chase
MELAKA: A couple believed to be involved in drug trafficking has been arrested after leading police on a 13km chase that ended with a policeman injured. Melaka Tengah OCPD Asst Comm Christopher Patit said the incident occurred at around 6pm on Tuesday (July 22) when a motorcycle patrol unit tried to stop a car at Taman Anika Apartments in Lorong Pandan here. 'The suspects sped off instead of complying, and my men gave chase,' he said on Wednesday (July 23). He said the car was driven by a 26-year-old man, with his 28-year-old girlfriend in the front passenger seat. "The man drove recklessly, ignoring red lights and endangering other road users. "The chase ended at Taman Bukit Rambai, where the suspects suddenly reversed their vehicle and rammed a police motorcycle, causing minor injury to a lans koperal,' he said. ACP Christopher said his men then detained the suspects with the help of five mobile patrol vehicle units. 'A search of the car uncovered two transparent packets believed to contain heroin, along with a weighing scale,' he added. The suspects were taken to the Tengkera police station for further investigation and a remand order was obtained this morning, he said. The case is being investigated under Sections 186 and 332 of the Penal Code for obstructing and causing hurt to a public servant, and under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 for trafficking. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Penang doctor arrested for molesting female patient
BALIK PULAU: A 43-year-old doctor has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual harassment of a female patient at a private clinic in Bayan Baru. Balik Pulau OCPD Asst Comm Sazalee Adam said the suspect was arrested at the district police headquarters here on Monday (July 21) around 8pm. "The suspect was asked to present himself to assist investigations," he said. ACP Sazalee said the suspect was arrested after a woman in her 30s lodged a report on July 18, claiming she was molested by the doctor during a medical consultation on June 29. ACP Sazalee said at 11.46am, the victim sought treatment at the clinic for abdominal pain. During the examination, the doctor allegedly instructed her to remove her top and proceeded to touch both her breasts," he said. Following the arrest, police also seized the doctor's mobile phone to assist in the ongoing investigation. It is learnt that the doctor has been remanded for three days until July 23. The case is currently being investigated under Section 354 of the Penal Code for using criminal force with intent to outrage modesty. It was reported that the suspect had been arrested on three separate occasions for similar incidents involving three female victims. The suspect allegedly instructed patients to undress and perform on-the-spot exercises under the guise of further examination. He is also alleged to have recorded images of the victims' bodies using his mobile phone during the sessions.
