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The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Over 5,000 fake guns seized in raids in three states
KUALA LUMPUR: Polcie seized more than 5,000 imitation firearms in simultaneous raids on seven premises in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Johor yesterday, arresting six individuals, including four foreign nationals. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department (JKDNKA) director, Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim said the operation was carried out by the Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence Investigation (WCB/PSK) to clamp down on the illegal online sale of fake guns. He said in the first raid on two premises around Kuala Lumpur, four foreign men were arrested, and 4,983 units of imitation firearms worth an estimated RM4,113,550 were seized. 'Also seized in the raid were 1,400 boxes of snack food in violation of regulations under the Food Act 1983. 'In the second raid on two business premises in Bandar Baru Bangi, a local man was arrested and 53 imitation firearms, estimated to be worth RM31,520, were seized. The premises were found to be operating without a valid business licence,' he said in a statement today. In the third operation at a residence in Batu Pahat, Johor, a local man was arrested and 15 imitation firearms worth RM15,000 were confiscated. Azmi said the total value of seizures from all three raids was estimated at RM4,160,070 and that all suspects, aged between 28 and 40, are being investigated under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, the Immigration Act 1959/63, the Food Act 1983, the Trade Licensing By-Laws, and the Federal Territory (Planning) Act 1982. Preliminary investigations revealed that the imitation firearms were sold through online platforms over the past few months. Azmi also warned e-commerce and social media platform operators to monitor sales activities on their platforms and ensure illegal items are not sold. 'The public is also advised not to engage in the purchase or possession of imitation firearms and to report any relevant information to the police immediately,' he said. Azmi added that during the first six months of this year, Bukit Aman WCB/PSK JKDNKA conducted 153 raids, resulting in 233 arrests for various offences, including smuggling of non-duty-paid goods, sale of imitation firearms, and wildlife trafficking, with total seizures valued at RM433,351,837.61.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Five arrested, RM4 million in untaxed cigarettes and alcohol seized in Kuching
KUALA LUMPUR: Police arrested five men in Kuching yesterday for suspected involvement in smuggling untaxed cigarettes and alcohol, with seizures exceeding RM4 million. The operation was led by Bukit Aman's Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence (WCB/PSK) alongside the Sarawak General Operations Force under Op Taring 1 and 2. Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Internal Security and Public Order Department (JKDNKA) director Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim confirmed the arrests. The suspects, aged 19 to 30, included four locals and one foreign national. They were detained at storage facilities suspected of being used for illegal distribution. Seized items included three lorries, 31,740 litres of alcohol, 280,000 sticks of white cigarettes, and 6,000 sticks of clove cigarettes, all believed to be untaxed. The total estimated value was RM4.03 million. The case is being investigated under Section 135(1)(d) of the Customs Act 1967. Azmi noted that WCB/PSK has conducted 153 raids nationwide this year, resulting in 233 arrests and seizures worth over RM433 million. He urged the public to report smuggling activities to authorities.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Cops seize RM4.16mil in imitation firearms during raids nationwide
KUALA LUMPUR: Approximately RM4.16mil worth of imitation firearms were seized following coordinated raids on several premises in Johor, Selangor, and Kuala Lumpur. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order (KDNKA) department director Comm Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim reported that the raids were conducted simultaneously by the department's Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence Investigation (WCB/PSK) division on Monday (June 30). "In the first operation in Kepong, 4,983 fake weapons worth RM4.1mil were seized along with 1,400 boxes of snacks during raids on two premises. We also detained four foreign men aged between 28 and 40," he said on Tuesday (July 1). Comm Azmi stated that in the second operation, 53 imitation firearms worth RM31,520 were seized, and a local man was detained following raids at two premises. "The third operation in Batu Pahat, Johor, resulted in the detention of a local man and the seizure of 15 fake weapons worth RM15,000," he added. Comm Azmi confirmed that all the fake firearms seized in the three operations were valued at RM4.16mil. "We believe the suspects have been selling imitation firearms online for a few months. We had to conduct these operations as suspects detained in previous criminal cases had been using imitation firearms. "We aim to prevent the misuse of these imitation firearms to avoid public distress and fear," he said. Comm Azmi urged social media platform providers and administrators of online e-commerce sites to monitor and prevent the sale of illegal items on their respective sites and to cooperate with the authorities. "Members of the public must not buy or use imitation firearms. Contact the police immediately if they come across the sale of such items," he advised. On a separate note, Comm Azmi mentioned that the WCB/PSK has conducted 153 raids and detained 233 individuals between January 1 and June 30. They managed to seize RM433.3mil worth of items, including contraband, wildlife, and e-waste products during the same period.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- New Straits Times
Cops seize over RM4mil in imitation firearms in KL, Selangor and Johor
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have crippled a syndicate selling imitation firearms online following simultaneous raids in Johor, Selangor and here, seizing over RM4 million worth of such weapons. The operations, codenamed Op Taring Bravo 3, were carried out yesterday by the police Internal Security and Public Order Department through its Wildlife Crime Bureau/ Special Investigation and Intelligence (WCB/PSK). Internal Security and Public Order Department director Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim said intelligence gathered through online surveillance led to coordinated raids on seven premises across the three states. "In Kepong, policemen raided two premises and arrested four foreign men where a total of 4,983 imitation firearms were seized, with an estimated value of RM4.11 million. "Police also discovered 1,400 brown boxes containing various snack products that were found to be in violation of the Food Regulations under the Food Act 1983," he said in a statement. Azmi said, in a separate raid on two business premises in Bandar Baru Bangi, a local man was arrested and 53 imitation firearms worth RM31,520 were confiscated. The premises were also found to be operating without valid business licences. "The third operation, targeting a residence in Batu Pahat, Johor, led to the arrest of another local man and the seizure of 15 imitation firearms valued at RM15,000. "The total value of all seized items from the three operations was estimated at RM4,160,070," he said. Azmi added that the suspects are being investigated under multiple laws, including Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960 for possession of imitation firearms; several provisions of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for offences including illegal entry and hiring of undocumented workers; as well as food, planning and licensing violations. "The syndicate is believed to have been selling imitation firearms through online platforms over the past few months. "The operation was prompted by a number of recent crimes in which suspects were found using imitation firearms to threaten victims," he said, adding that such items could cause fear and panic among the public. Azmi also warned online platform operators to monitor content on their sites and prevent the sale of prohibited goods. The public is also urged not to buy or store imitation firearms and to report any such activity to the authorities.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Five nabbed, over RM4mil in untaxed ciggies, booze seized
KUALA LUMPUR: Police arrested five men in separate raids around Kuching on Monday (June 30) for their suspected involvement in smuggling and distributing untaxed cigarettes and alcoholic beverages, with total seizures valued at over RM4mil. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department director Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim said the raids were carried out by Bukit Aman's Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence together with the Sarawak General Operations Force under Ops Taring 1 and 2. In a statement, Azmi said the suspects, aged between 19 and 30, include four locals and one foreign national. They were detained at storage facilities and premises believed to be used for illegal distribution activities. Among the items seized were three lorries, 31,740 litres of various types of alcohol, 280,000 sticks of white cigarettes and 6,000 sticks of clove cigarettes, all suspected to be untaxed, with a total estimated value of RM4.03mil. Azmi said so far this year, 153 raids have been carried out nationwide by WCB/PSK, leading to 233 arrests and total seizures valued at over RM433mil, while urging the public to share information to help combat such crimes.- Bernama
