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5 illegals held in Sandakan
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: The suspects arrested during 'Ops Poket'. SANDAKAN: Five illegal immigrants were detained in an integrated operation conducted at the Central Market, here on Wednesday. The operation, known as 'Ops Poket,' was carried out by the Sandakan District Police in collaboration with the Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM), the Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS), and the National Registration Department (JPN). All individuals were detained under the Immigration Act 1959/63 for failing to produce valid identification documents and are suspected of overstaying in the state. The operation was conducted from 4pm to 6pm to combat crime and curb the presence of illegal immigrants, in addition to enforcing laws related to documentation. Acting Sandakan District Police Chief, Superintendent Ramasamy Kuppan, said all those arrested were taken to the Sandakan District Police Headquarters and handed over to the Immigration Department for further action. He said such operations would continue to ensure public safety and public order. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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06-05-2025
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Anti-drug ops: 36 held in Sandakan
Published on: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 06, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: One of the drug hotspots raided during the operation. SANDAKAN: Some 36 individuals, including nine women, were arrested during a series of anti-drug operations (Ops Tapis Narkotik) carried out by the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Division of the Sandakan District Police from April 25 to May 3. The integrated operations targeted several known hotspots around Sandakan, including Kg Sim Sim, Kg Mangkalinau, Kg Batu Putih, Bandar Letat Jaya, Bandar Ramai-Ramai, Sandakan town centre, PPR Taman Murni, STC Jetty Port, and surrounding plantation and hotel areas. Of those arrested, 27 men and nine women, ranging from teenagers to adults, were detained under various provisions of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, including Sections 39B, 39A(1), 12(2), and 15(1)(a). Urine screenings revealed many tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine. On April 26 in Kg Disayang, one man and eight women tested positive for drug use. On May 2, seven men were arrested at STC Jetty Port, including one detained under Section 39A(1) for possession of drugs in large quantities. Another major case involved an arrest under Section 39B for drug trafficking, an offence carrying the mandatory death penalty. District Police Chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah said the operations reflect the police's continued commitment to tackling the drug menace. 'Ops Tapis is being carried out intensively as part of enforcement and prevention efforts to break the drug distribution chain in the district. We will continue to target hotspots and take firm action without compromise,' he said. All suspects are currently held at the Sandakan IPD lock-up for further investigation and legal action. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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30-04-2025
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Held – foreigner on rampage with a machete
Published on: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Published on: Wed, Apr 30, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: The suspect aged 27 was apprehended and a 70cm-long machete, including the handle, was seized. - Sandakan PDRM photo. SANDAKAN: Police arrested a foreigner who went on a rampage while armed with a machete in the Bandar Indah area on Monday. Sandakan District Police Chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah said a team from the MPV and URB patrol units of the Sandakan District Police Headquarters responded to information received at around 11am, reporting a man behaving aggressively at the location. He said the suspect aged 27 was apprehended and a 70cm-long machete, including the handle, was seized. The suspect has been remanded, and the case is being investigated under Section 6(1) of the Corrosive and Explosive Substances and Offensive Weapons Act 1958, as well as Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63, he said. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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25-04-2025
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152 held and 1.3kg drugs seized in Sandakan Operation
Published on: Friday, April 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Apr 25, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: Ashmon and his team showing some of the seized drugs. SANDAKAN: The Sandakan District Police launched a special drug op dubbed the Operasi Khas Pemutihan to combat drug abuse and trafficking, resulting in the arrest of 152 individuals and 1.3kg drugs seized. According to Sandakan District Police Chief, ACP Ashmon Bajah, the operation was carried out in 10 hotspots known for drug-related activities, within a one-month period from March 22 to April 20. 'The arrests involved various investigations under Section 39B, Section 39A, Section 15 and Section 12 of the Dangerous Drugs Act. 'These individuals were apprehended during operations conducted in squatter areas, residential neighbourhoods and public places such as markets. 'A total of 1.3kg of various types of drugs were seized, including liquid drugs known as 'vape mushroom,' methamphetamine, ecstasy pills and ketamine. 'Although this may not seem like a large quantity, it indicates that drug supplies are easily accessible, especially given our geographical proximity to neighbouring countries,' he said. He added that six cars of various types, two boats, two motorcycles and eight pieces of jewellery were also confiscated during the operation, with the total value of the seized items reaching RM350,000. This operation is part of PDRM Sandakan's ongoing efforts since 2003. 'From the year 2023 to April 2025, a total of 4,617 individuals were arrested for various drug-related offences. This averages out to five arrests per day,' he stated. Ashmon emphasised that the success could not have been achieved without close cooperation with other agencies and the local community. He urged the public to continue providing information to the police through various channels such as QR codes, the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol (VSP) app, PDRM's official Facebook page, or in person at the police station. 'The identities of informants are guaranteed to be kept confidential, and we have a system in place that is proven to be safe and trustworthy,' he said. He also reminded the public not to harbour individuals involved in these activities, as doing so would only worsen the situation. 'The police and the community must work hand in hand. Combating drug issues is a shared responsibility for the wellbeing of Sandakan,' he stressed. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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24-04-2025
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2 injured, 21 houses razed in Sandakan
Published on: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Published on: Thu, Apr 24, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: The water settlement fire in Sandakan SANDAKAN: A child and a senior citizen suffered burns in a fire that ripped through a water settlement in Kampung Batu Putih Jambatan 3, near Mile 7, destroying 21 homes and a store, Wednesday morning Sandakan Zone Fire and Rescue Department Chief Jasri Ab Jal said the department received a distress call on the fire at 10.40am and upon arrival, found two victims suffered burns to their hands. 'The fire brigade arrived at the location at 10.58am and saw the fire spreading quickly as the houses on three acres were built close to each other. When the report was initially received, we were informed that only seven houses were on fire. 'Personnel on duty during the extinguishing operation, using open water sources and fire engines, managed to control the fire at 11.41am and thus save about 52 other houses in the area,' he said at the site. Police confirmed that the two victims were treated immediately on-site in an ambulance. 'Both suffered minor burns,' said Sandakan District Police Head of Internal Security and Public Order Division, Deputy Supt Sham Osman. He added that those affected by the fire would be housed in a temporary relief centre at Dewan Serbaguna Batu Putih, the nearest available hall. The operation also involved police, the Civil Defence Force (APM), Rela, Sabah Electricity SB) and other agencies. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
