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The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Telecom tower theft disrupts services in Raub, three reports filed
KUANTAN: Police have opened investigations after three telecommunications companies reported thefts of critical components from transmission towers in Raub. U Mobile, Maxis, and CelcomDigi lodged separate police reports regarding missing slot cards, which are essential for processing internet data. Raub district police chief Supt Mohd Shahril Abdul Rahman confirmed the cases are being probed under Section 379 of the Penal Code for theft. 'The missing components disrupted services as they facilitate data transmission,' he said. Authorities urged the public to share any information by contacting the Raub district police operations room. Meanwhile, State Communications and Multimedia Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal stated that CelcomDigi is restoring services by replacing damaged equipment. 'As of 5.30 pm, repairs were completed in Pekan Dong, Kampung Gesing, and several other locations,' he said in a Facebook update. The vandalism at a CelcomDigi tower in Dong initially disrupted connectivity in surrounding areas. MCMC investigations revealed the tower acts as a hub linking multiple transmission sites.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
Police tracking suspects in Raub telecommunication tower vandalism
RAUB: Police are tracking down suspects involved in the theft of card slot components from a telecommunications tower in Dong, near here, which caused service disruptions in the surrounding areas. Raub district police chief, Superintendent Mohd Shahril Abd Rahman, said the department received three reports from telecommunications service providers yesterday. "Due to the network disruption, the service providers deployed their staff to inspect the tower and discovered the card slot components were missing. "The damage to the tower caused service interruptions, as the network could no longer process internet data," he said in a statement today. He said the case is being investigated as theft under the Penal Code. "We urge anyone with information about the incident to report any suspicious activity to the Raub district police headquarters at 09-3552222," he added. Yesterday, it was reported that the act of vandalism led to mobile phone and internet outages affecting thousands of users. The compromised tower served as a hub linking eight other transmission towers located in Kampung Gesing, Sungai Ruan, Kampung Jelu, Bukit Pampong, Kampung Chendra Chinchin, Kampung Tanjung Putus, Kampung Temau and Kampung Gali Hilir. Meanwhile, Pahang State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-governmental Organisations Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal said all affected towers were fully restored by 5.30pm today. "The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), along with the service provider, conducted investigations and replaced the damaged components. "Several critical telecommunications transmission components were vandalised, causing eight towers to be non-functional. These components have since been replaced, with necessary upgrading works carried out," he wrote in a Facebook post, thanking MCMC and the service provider for their swift action in restoring the network.
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Malay Mail
Vandalism at CelcomDigi tower in Raub disrupts services across eight areas
KUANTAN, July 3 — A telecommunications tower owned by CelcomDigi in Dong, Raub has been reported damaged due to vandalism, disrupting services in the surrounding areas. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisation Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal said preliminary investigations by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) found the tower served as a 'collector' linking eight other transmission towers. The affected towers are located in Kampung Gesing, Sungai Ruan, Kampung Jelu, Bukit Pampong, Kampung Chendra Chinchin, Kampung Tanjung Putus, Kampung Temau and Kampung Gali Hilir. 'Due to this act of vandalism, many components were damaged and are no longer functional, requiring complete replacement depending on stock availability. 'As an interim measure, CelcomDigi is working to reactivate the damaged towers in stages,' he said in a Facebook post last night. Fadzli also urged the public to cooperate with authorities and promptly report any suspicious activity near telecommunication towers to help prevent similar incidents. — Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
CelcomDigi tower in Raub vandalised, network disruption reported
KUANTAN: A telecommunications tower owned by CelcomDigi in Dong, Raub, has been reported damaged due to vandalism, disrupting services in the surrounding areas. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisation Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal said preliminary investigations by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) found the tower served as a 'collector' linking eight other transmission towers. The affected towers are located in Kampung Gesing, Sungai Ruan, Kampung Jelu, Bukit Pampong, Kampung Chendra Chinchin, Kampung Tanjung Putus, Kampung Temau, and Kampung Gali Hilir. "Due to this act of vandalism, many components were damaged and are no longer functional, requiring complete replacement depending on stock availability. "As an interim measure, CelcomDigi is working to reactivate the damaged towers in stages," he said in a Facebook post last night.
The Sun
02-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Telcos urged to monitor towers in remote Pahang regularly
KUANTAN: Telecommunication companies (telcos) should regularly go to the ground to monitor towers in remote parts of Pahang to ensure reliable network access, said state Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisations Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal. He said there could be no compromise on such facilities, as communities in remote areas also deserve equal access to communication networks just like other residents. 'I would like to remind telcos to take telecommunication disruptions in Pahang seriously, regardless of the reasons. We have a shared trust and responsibility that must be carried out together,' he said. He told reporters this in Kampung Gusai, Jerantut today during a two-day working visit with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to Mukim Hulu Tembeling, which began yesterday. Fadzli noted that 4G coverage in populated areas in Pahang has now increased to 99.54 per cent, compared to 89.2 per cent before the implementation of the National Digital Network (JENDELA) plan. The coverage is targeted to reach 100 per cent with the rollout of JENDELA Phase Two. 'The main factor behind this increase in coverage is the construction of 270 new towers, implemented since 2021 across Pahang, particularly in rural settlements, traditional villages and along rural roads. 'In addition, another contributing factor is the upgrading of 902 existing transmission stations from 3G to 4G coverage, which was fully completed in 2023,' he said. Regarding plans for JENDELA Phase Two, he said the state government has submitted a request to the Ministry of Communications for Pahang to be given priority in terms of allocation for the construction of new towers, including in remote areas such as Mukim Hulu Tembeling. Fadzli said the state government takes the issue of telecommunication service disruptions in Mukim Hulu Tembeling seriously, as they are often caused by damaged fibre optic cables due to threats from wild animals, natural disasters and falling tree branches. Following a briefing by telcos, he said that replacement works for damaged fibre optic cables in Kampung Gusai, Jerantut and six other locations up to Kem Nusa, Kuala Tahan, will begin today and are expected to be completed by August.
