Surabaya-bound Indonesian caught at KLIA 2 with four wild birds in cargo
PUTRAJAYA: The Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) detained an Indonesian man on suspicion of smuggling out a fully protected wildlife species at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 (KLIA 2) yesterday.
The AKPS said the 49-year-old man was detained in an operation at 9.10 pm by KLIA AKPS in collaboration with Aviation Security (Avsec) personnel.
'The suspect, who was a passenger on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Surabaya, was found carrying a cardboard box that had been checked into the cargo hold of the plane,' the AKPS statement said today.
'An inspection found that the box contained four birds suspected to be from the 'Burung Sewah Tahu' (Asian Koel, a cuckoo sub-species), each hidden inside a polypipe (PVC pipe).'
AKPS stated that the suspect failed to produce any valid documents or permit from the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) to export the wildlife out of Malaysia.
All of the birds are fully protected species under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 [Act 716].
Following that, AKPS (Perhilitan personnel) seized the box and the wildlife species in question, in accordance with legal provisions through the List of Seized Items List (PHL 01/2010) and estimated the total value of the animals seized at RM52,000.
'A police report was made at the KLIA 2 police station and the suspect was detained at the Aeropolis police station (lock-up) for remand proceedings from the court,' said the AKPS statement.
The case is currently being investigated under Section 71 of the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716), which provides for strict penalties against anyone who exports protected species without a special permit.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Indonesian police suspect three Australians of premeditated murder of a fellow national in Bali
Indonesian police officers escort Australian "MC", one of the suspects in the fatal shooting of an Australian tourist, ahead of a press conference on June 26, 2025. - AP MENGWI: Indonesian police investigating the fatal shooting of an Australian tourist at a villa on the resort island of Bali said Thursday (June 26) that two Australians are suspected of arriving on a scooter and opening fire and another Australian of facilitating the crime. Zivan Radmanovic, a 32-year-old from Melbourne, was killed just after midnight on June 13 at a villa near Munggu Beach in Bali's Badung district. A second man, a 34-year-old from Melbourne, was left beaten in the attack. Police previously announced that they had arrested three Australian men, and at a news conference Thursday gave new details of an investigation they said was supported by the Australian Federal Police. Investigators have not revealed a motive in the killing, but said they have enough evidence to bring the men to trial on charges of premeditated murder, which could carry a life sentence or the death penalty. The crime scene investigation and surveillance cameras have showed that two suspects, identified by their initials as MC and PT, were the shooters, Bali Police Chief Daniel Adityajaya told a news conference in Badung. The third suspect, identified as DJF, helped the others by buying a hammer used to break down the villa door, renting two cars and three motorcycles and buying ferry and bus tickets to flee the island, Adityajaya said. One of the suspects was caught at Jakarta's Soekarno Hatta international airport on June 16, and the following day the other two were arrested with the help of Interpol, in Singapore and Cambodia, and sent back to Indonesia. Police on Thursday presented the three suspects handcuffed and wearing orange prison uniforms. Witnesses at the villa told investigators that two gunmen arrived on a scooter at the villa around midnight. Radmanovic was shot in a bathroom of his room, where police found 18 bullet casings and two intact bullets. Radmanovic's partner, Jazmyn Gourdeas, 30, told police that she suddenly woke up when she heard her husband screaming. She cowered under a blanket when she heard multiple gunshots. She later found her husband's body and the other injured Australian, whose wife also testified to seeing the attackers. The women are sisters. Adityajaya said police have retrieved one of two guns that were thrown away by the suspects near a rice field, about 700 metres from the villa. They also found bullet residues at gloves and balaclavas inside a white van used by the three men, and the same residues also were found on the bodies of two of the suspects. Police did not detail how they believe the suspects obtained the weapons, which are heavily regulated in Indonesia, but Adityajaya said police were still gathering evidence. Adityajaya said that the Australian national who survived the attack and the women have been relocated to a secure location. - AP
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Daily Express
Indo cooperation against drug smuggling
Published on: Friday, June 27, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 27, 2025 By: Amir Anuar Text Size: Jasmin also called on the public not to be quick to point fingers at the authorities when crimes occur, but instead play a role as the 'eyes and ears' of the enforcement agencies. TAWAU: The cooperation network between Malaysian and Indonesian police along the border of both countries in combating drug smuggling activities has never declined – instead, it continues to be strengthened. Tawau District Police Chief ACP Jasmin Hussin said the initiative is in line with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) top leadership commitment to enhancing ties with law enforcement authorities in neighbouring countries. 'We have already held two meetings between the Sabah Police Commissioner and the Police Chief for North Kalimantan (Kapolda),' he said. Jasmin added that his team also maintains close ties with the Republic of Indonesia Consulate (KRI) in Tawau, particularly in sharing information related to drug seizure and arrest cases. According to him, the cooperation established between the police forces of both countries has been effective, including in the investigation of criminal suspects and suspicious activities. On concerns about drug smuggling into neighbouring countries, which may tarnish Malaysia's image, he said all enforcement agencies, including the police, remain fully committed to upholding the law. 'This includes situations that happen right before our eyes, involving collaboration with relevant agencies such as the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, the Immigration Department and the Domestic Trade and Costs of Living Ministry. 'There have actually been many successful drug seizure and arrest cases in Tawau, although not all are disclosed to the media or public,' he said. He explained that not all operations, arrests or seizures can be shared publicly as they must first go through a proper investigation process. He is optimistic that the more than 50 per cent drop in the crime index compared to last year is a key indicator of law enforcement effectiveness in Tawau. 'In the context of enforcement, community support is vital to maintaining peace and public safety, as security forces cannot act alone. 'So, we urge all public members to support investigations and operations, particularly by sharing credible information,' he said. Jasmin also called on the public not to be quick to point fingers at the authorities when crimes occur, but instead play a role as the 'eyes and ears' of the enforcement agencies. He said the Government now offers various platforms for discreet information sharing, including the Volunteer Smart Petrol app, where identities are kept confidential. 'Specifically in Tawau, if anyone is found to be involved in drug distribution, rest assured that action will be taken – regardless of the individual or network involved,' he said. * 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
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Indonesia thwarts human trafficking attempt
JAKARTA, June 26 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia's security authorities have thwarted an attempt to smuggle 98 Indonesian citizens to several destinations, including countries currently embroiled in conflict and known as hubs for global scamming operations. Working in coordination with immigration officials, the National Police launched patrols earlier this month at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Banten province. Their efforts successfully prevented 98 individuals, believed to be victims of human trafficking, from being sent abroad. "This prevention effort is carried out to ensure Indonesian citizens do not fall victim to conflicts, such as those currently unfolding in the Middle East," said Amingga Primastito, an officer from the National Police's Criminal Investigation Department, in a statement on Thursday. Primastito said that many of the victims had been recruited by people they knew personally, including neighbors or relatives, forming a covert and informal recruitment network. The victims will undergo a formal assessment process aimed at identifying the broader recruitment network. Following this, they will be handed over to the Indonesian Migrant Workers Protection Agency for counseling and education on safe migration practices.
