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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
Toddler succumbs to injuries three days after Muar highway crash
MUAR: A two-year-old girl who was injured in a two-vehicle crash on the North-South Expressway on May 26 succumbed to her injuries three days later. She was one of four occupants in a car that was involved in a crash with a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), in an accident that was captured in a video which later went viral on social media. She died while receiving treatment at the Muar Hospital. A 14-second clip uploaded on X showed the MPV ramming into the rear of the car at Km144.9 northbound, causing it to spin out of control before crashing into metal barriers. Muar district police chief Assistant Commissioner Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said initial investigations showed that the MPV driver, who was heading north from Johor, lost control and rammed into the rear of the car, causing it to veer off the road and crash into a guardrail. All four occupants in the Saga were rushed to the hospital. However, the toddler succumbed to her injuries without regaining consciousness on May 28. Raiz said the MPV driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving. He urged eyewitnesses to contact Inspector Siti Ayu Mohamad Japri at 010-7724850 or report to the Muar Traffic Police to assist in the investigation. Meanwhile, in a separate accident in Seri Alam, a 21-year-old man was killed when the motorcycle he was riding crashed into a road median at Km7.4 of Jalan Permas–Pasir Gudang early this morning. The victim is believed to have lost control of his motorcycle at 3.30am before crashing into the median. He died on the spot from severe head injuries.
The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Toddler dies two days later from car-MPV collision on NSE
A screenshot of the video .clip after the MPV hit the back of the car, causing it to lost control and skid to the side of the expressway. MUAR: A two-year-old girl died while her seven-month-old baby brother cheated death after a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) rammed into the family's car on the North-South Expressway. Muar OCPD Asst Comm Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the accident took place at KM144.9 northbound of the expressway near here last Monday (May 26). 'The white MPV was travelling behind the family before it hit the back of their car. 'The impact caused the family's car to lose control and skidded into a divider on the left side of the expressway. 'The two-year-old girl in the car suffered from head injuries as a result of the crash. She was later pronounced dead at Hospital Pakar Sultanah Fatimah two days later on Wednesday morning,' he said in a statement on Sunday (June 1). He added that the toddler's 33-year-old father, who drove the car, sustained injuries to his arms while her 27-year-old mother broke her leg. 'There was a fourth passenger in the car, a seven-month-old baby boy, who escaped unhurt in the accident, while the MPV's 33-year-old driver was also unhurt,' he added. ACP Raiz Mukhliz said an alcohol breath and blood test was conducted after the incident and found the MPV driver free of alcohol and substance abuse. He added that a video clip from the car's rear windshield, showing the MPV ramming into it, has also been making rounds on social media. The accident is investigated under Section Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which is punishable with imprisonment of up to 10 years and a maximum fine of RM50,000 upon conviction, he added.
New Straits Times
08-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Retiree loses RM186,000 after 200pct profit promise in investment scam
MUAR: A retiree's dream of doubling his savings turned into a nightmare when he lost RM186,800 in a non-existent investment scheme he discovered through social media. District police chief Assistant Commissioner Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the 70-year-old victim was lured into a business group via WhatsApp after being enticed by promises of a 200 per cent return on his investment within three months. "The victim was briefed on how to invest, the required capital, and the projected returns. "Attracted by the offer, he proceeded to make 14 transactions into five different bank accounts between Jan 25 and April this year," Raiz said in a statement today. He said the victim was later provided with a link, purportedly to check his profits, which showed a return of RM446,786.89 as promised. However, he was then instructed to pay an additional RM22,339.34 to "unlock" the funds. "Feeling something was amiss with the demand, the victim attempted to contact the individual who had introduced him to the scheme but received no response," Raiz said. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a jail term of one to 10 years, whipping, and a fine upon conviction. Raiz urged the public to remain vigilant and not fall prey to offers that appear too good to be true, especially those encountered on social media platforms. "Always refer to official social media pages such as the Commercial Crime Investigation Department's Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for information on common scams and fraud tactics," he added.
The Star
07-05-2025
- The Star
70-year-old man loses over RM180,000 to online investment scam
MUAR: A retiree claimed to have lost RM186,800 of his savings after being duped into joining an online investment scam. Muar OCPD Asst Comm Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the 70-year-old local man had, in December 2024, clicked on an advertisement on Facebook for the bogus investment scheme. He said the victim was added to a WhatsApp Business Group and was briefed on the so-called investment procedures. 'He was promised 200% profit from the amount invested within three months,'' ACP Raiz Mukhlliz said in a statement on Wednesday (May 7). Attracted to the offer, the unsuspecting victim made 14 transactions amounting to RM186,800 into five different bank accounts between Jan 25 to April 25, 2025. ACP Raiz Mukhliz said the victim had checked a link to the website given to him and found that he had made a profit of RM446,786. 'However, he was instructed to bank in RM22,339.34 for wanting to withdraw the RM446,786,'' he said. ACP Raiz Mukhliz added that the victim became suspicious after failing to contact the person who had introduced the investment scheme to him. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. ACP Raiz Muhkliz reminded the public to be alert and careful, especially in matters involving financial transactions, when dealing with unknown persons. The public can also go to Semak Mule, CCID Scam Response Centre at 03-26101559 or 03-26101599 or go to Facebook @jsjkpdrm and @cybercrimealertrmp Scam victims are advised to call the National Scam Response Centre at 997 to report their case.
New Straits Times
07-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Man scammed out of RM3,000 to fake 'catering job' for police
MUAR: A 37-year-old caterer lost RM3,000 to an online scam involving a bogus booking and souvenirs supposedly for an event at the district police headquarters. District police chief Assistant Commissioner Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the caterer was contacted by two individuals who offered him the opportunity to supply food and souvenirs for a "function" at the district police headquarters. He was then told to make a deposit to a "friend" of the scammers. "The victim made an online cash transfer of RM3,000 into a bank account registered under a woman," said Raiz in a statement today. His attempts to contact the scammers failed as his calls were blocked soon after the money was transferred. Police are investigating the case under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a jail term of one to 10 years, caning and a fine, upon conviction. Raiz urged the public to be cautious when conducting business online, especially when such offers appear to be linked to government agencies. "All supply contracts involving police departments are processed through proper procedures. "Always verify the offer with the relevant authority before making any payments," he added.
