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New Straits Times
06-07-2025
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Man with 41 criminal records among two shot dead in Jitra [WATCH]
JITRA: A man with a past record of over 40 criminal-related offences and his accomplice were shot dead in a shootout with police near the Bandar Darul Aman exit of the North-South Expressway this morning. The 8.05am incident unfolded when a team from the Kedah Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Bukit Aman, who were patrolling the area, noticed two suspicious-looking men in a four-wheel-drive vehicle and attempted to stop it for inspection. Kedah police chief Datuk Fisol Salleh said the suspects refused to comply and instead opened fire, prompting officers to return fire. "Both suspects were killed during the exchange. "A search of the vehicle uncovered two firearms — a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol — along with several live rounds, a machete, and tools believed to be used in criminal activities," he told reporters at the scene. As a result of the incident, the southbound exit at Bandar Darul Aman was closed to traffic for four hours from 8.30am. Fisol said checks showed that one of the suspects, aged 41, had a past record of 41 criminal-related offences. The identity of the second suspect remains unknown, as no identification documents were found on him. He added that the duo are believed to be members of a larger criminal gang involved in violent crimes nationwide. "Their activities include drug trafficking, gangsterism, factory break-ins, and armed robbery. "Investigations suggest this group has been active since 2020. "So far, the forensic unit has recovered three bullet casings at the scene, and investigations are ongoing," he said. The bodies of both suspects have been sent to the Forensic Department at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar for post-mortem. The case is being investigated under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. Meanwhile, Bukit Aman CID acting director Datuk Fadil Marsus, who was also present at the scene, said both suspects are believed to be part of a criminal syndicate involved in multiple serious crimes. "We are investigating whether they are linked to a group operating in Klang, Selangor. "The syndicate is believed to have over 30 members, and police will take more aggressive action moving forward. "Investigations are ongoing," he said.
New Straits Times
05-07-2025
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Man with 41 criminal records among two shot dead in Jitra
JITRA: A man with a past record of over 40 criminal-related offences and his accomplice were shot dead in a shootout with police near the Bandar Darul Aman exit of the North-South Expressway this morning. The 8.05am incident unfolded when a team from the Kedah Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Bukit Aman, who were patrolling the area, noticed two suspicious-looking men in a four-wheel-drive vehicle and attempted to stop it for inspection. Kedah police chief Datuk Fisol Salleh said the suspects refused to comply and instead opened fire, prompting officers to return fire. "Both suspects were killed during the exchange. "A search of the vehicle uncovered two firearms — a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol — along with several live rounds, a machete, and tools believed to be used in criminal activities," he told reporters at the scene. As a result of the incident, the southbound exit at Bandar Darul Aman was closed to traffic for four hours from 8.30am. Fisol said checks showed that one of the suspects, aged 41, had a past record of 41 criminal-related offences. The identity of the second suspect remains unknown, as no identification documents were found on him. He added that the duo are believed to be members of a larger criminal gang involved in violent crimes nationwide. "Their activities include drug trafficking, gangsterism, factory break-ins, and armed robbery. "Investigations suggest this group has been active since 2020. "So far, the forensic unit has recovered three bullet casings at the scene, and investigations are ongoing," he said. The bodies of both suspects have been sent to the Forensic Department at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar for post-mortem. The case is being investigated under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. Meanwhile, Bukit Aman CID acting director Datuk Fadil Marsus, who was also present at the scene, said both suspects are believed to be part of a criminal syndicate involved in multiple serious crimes. "We are investigating whether they are linked to a group operating in Klang, Selangor. "The syndicate is believed to have over 30 members, and police will take more aggressive action moving forward. "Investigations are ongoing," he said.
New Straits Times
13-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Scammed by 'Yemeni lover', woman duped of almost RM1mil
ALOR STAR: A 53-year-old woman has fallen victim to an online love scam, losing nearly RM1 million after being deceived by a man who claimed to be from Yemen and promised love and marriage. Kuala Muda police received the report at 10.49am yesterday, lodged by the victim who realised she had been conned. Kedah Criminal Investigation Department chief Superintendent Loi Yew Lik said that the woman, a former businesswoman who is now unemployed, first made contact with the man via Facebook on Jan 26 last year. "The suspect, who claimed to be from Yemen, continued to communicate with her via WhatsApp," he said in a statement today. During their correspondence, the man sent her two rings as symbols of their supposed commitment to marriage. On Feb 5, last year, the scammer told the woman he had been hospitalised and urgently needed financial help to cover his treatment costs. He promised to repay her and assured her that he would come to Malaysia to marry her. "Motivated by trust and love, the victim began transferring money in stages from Feb 5, 2024, to March 25, 2025," said Loi. Over a 14-month period, she made a total of 166 transactions into 15 different bank accounts, amounting to RM925,850. It was only after the man failed to appear in Malaysia and blocked her on Facebook that she realised she had been scammed. Loi urged the public to exercise caution when engaging with individuals online, especially when financial requests are involved under the guise of romance.
Malay Mail
23-04-2025
- Malay Mail
Kedah police target high-crime areas in Kuala Muda, 117 arrested in five-day operation
ALOR SETAR, April 23 — Police detained 117 individuals via 'Ops Mega Khas' which was implemented in the Kuala Muda district from April 17 to 21. Kedah Criminal Investigation Department (CID) head SAC Muhammad Yazid Muhammad Yew said the arrests included 51 individuals who tested positive for drugs and 22 people who were on the police's wanted list. He said the operation was conducted at locations and against suspects who were identified as contributing to an increase in the crime index in the district. 'The operation was targeted at elements of gambling, immorality, gangsterism, potential criminals such as drug addicts and traffickers, as well as areas identified as high-crime areas. 'As a result, we managed to successfully solve 66 property crime cases involving housebreaking and theft that occurred in the Kuala Muda district,' he said in a statement here today. He also said that the integrated operation involved 163 police officers and personnel as well as other agencies including the Sungai Petani Municipal Council, Health Ministry, Tenaga Nasional Bhd and Department of Environment. 'This operation proves the commitment of the Kedah police contingent in ensuring that the safety and well-being of the community is maintained. This enforcement action will be implemented from time to time,' he added. — Bernama
The Sun
22-04-2025
- The Sun
Ops Mega Khas: 117 people detained in Kuala Muda district
ALOR SETAR: Police detained 117 individuals via 'Ops Mega Khas' which was implemented in the Kuala Muda district from April 17 to yesterday (April 21). Kedah Criminal Investigation Department (CID) head SAC Muhammad Yazid Muhammad Yew said the arrests included 51 individuals who tested positive for drugs and 22 people who were on the police's wanted list. He said the operation was conducted at locations and against suspects who were identified as contributing to an increase in the crime index in the district. 'The operation was targeted at elements of gambling, immorality, gangsterism, potential criminals such as drug addicts and traffickers, as well as areas identified as high-crime areas. 'As a result, we managed to successfully solve 66 property crime cases involving housebreaking and theft that occurred in the Kuala Muda district,' he said in a statement here today. He also said that the integrated operation involved 163 police officers and personnel as well as other agencies including the Sungai Petani Municipal Council, Health Ministry, Tenaga Nasional Bhd and Department of Environment. 'This operation proves the commitment of the Kedah police contingent in ensuring that the safety and well-being of the community is maintained. This enforcement action will be implemented from time to time,' he added.
