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The Sun
22-07-2025
- The Sun
RM17.9 million lost to online scams in Terengganu
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu police have reported 940 cases of online fraud in the first half of 2025, with total losses reaching RM17.9 million. State police chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin revealed that phone scams caused the highest financial damage at RM7.68 million, followed by fake investment schemes (RM5.47 million), online purchase fraud (RM1.95 million), and parcel scams (RM1.57 million). Other fraud categories included cybercrime (RM501,583.34), loan scams (RM470,907.91), love scams (RM260,200), and illegal moneylender fraud (RM2,960). Mohd Khairi shared these details after the handover of case items by the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department at the Terengganu Police Contingent Headquarters. A recent high-profile case involved a 56-year-old former oil exploration company employee who lost RM892,000 to a phone scam syndicate. The victim was deceived by callers impersonating a Shopee representative and a Penang police officer, who falsely accused him of money laundering and drug trafficking. 'Panicked by the accusation, the victim made 10 transactions to seven different accounts between Jan 7 and Feb 10, using his retirement savings and Employees Provident Fund to 'clear' his name,' said Mohd Khairi. The victim only lodged a police report yesterday. The police chief urged the public to stay alert against fraud syndicates, which target victims of all ages and backgrounds. - Bernama
The Star
10-07-2025
- The Star
QuickCheck: Did a group of 'basikal lajak' teens race on Kuala T'ganu's Jambatan Angkat?
A screenshot of the video that went viral showing the teens riding their 'basikal lajak' on Kuala Terengganu's Jambatan Angkat. THRILL-seekers sometimes choose the most daring backdrops for their stunts. A fresh video showing teenagers allegedly riding modified bicycles, called "basikal lajak", at breakneck speed has spread rapidly online. Is it true that these teens raced recklessly on the city's iconic drawbridge in broad daylight? Verdict: TRUE Terengganu police are investigating a viral video featuring a group of underage teens riding basikal lajak in a hazardous manner down the Jambatan Angkat in Kuala Terengganu. State Police Chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin confirmed that an enquiry is underway following public complaints. "Based on initial findings, the riders committed two offences: riding dangerously and modifying the original structure of the bicycles," he said. "Under Regulation 42(1)(a) of the Road Traffic Rules 1959, cyclists who modify their bikes and endanger road users can face legal action," he added. Police have also advised parents to maintain stricter supervision of their children to prevent them from engaging in risky activities, cautioning that guardians could be held accountable if found negligent. Authorities plan to increase patrols around downtown Kuala Terengganu and areas known to attract large groups of teenagers. They encourage anyone with information about this type of disruptive behaviour to come forward to aid the investigation. References: 1.
The Sun
09-06-2025
- The Sun
Gerik bus tragedy: T'ganu police deploy patrol car to escort hearses
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu police have deployed a patrol car with two personnel to escort the hearses of victims in today's fatal accident at KM53 of the East-West Highway (JRTB) near Tasik Banding, Gerik, Perak. Terengganu Police Chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin said the initiative was taken to facilitate the journey of all hearses involved, following reports of traffic congestion in Gerik. 'We were informed that traffic in Gerik is slightly congested, so police have dispatched a patrol car from Besut to Gerik to escort the hearses to and from the location. 'In addition, police in Kelantan will also assist with the escort in each district along the route if there are traffic delays,' he said when contacted today. Mohd Khairi also called on the public to cooperate by giving way so that the police escort and hearses can reach their destination without delay. Fifteen Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students were killed and 17 others seriously injured when the chartered bus they were travelling in was involved in an accident with a Perodua Alaza along the mountain highway 1 am today.
The Sun
09-06-2025
- The Sun
Terengganu Police Escort Hearses After Fatal UPSI Bus Crash
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu police have deployed a patrol car with two personnel to escort the hearses of victims in today's fatal accident at KM53 of the East-West Highway (JRTB) near Tasik Banding, Gerik, Perak. Terengganu Police Chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin said the initiative was taken to facilitate the journey of all hearses involved, following reports of traffic congestion in Gerik. 'We were informed that traffic in Gerik is slightly congested, so police have dispatched a patrol car from Besut to Gerik to escort the hearses to and from the location. 'In addition, police in Kelantan will also assist with the escort in each district along the route if there are traffic delays,' he said when contacted today. Mohd Khairi also called on the public to cooperate by giving way so that the police escort and hearses can reach their destination without delay. Fifteen Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students were killed and 17 others seriously injured when the chartered bus they were travelling in was involved in an accident with a Perodua Alaza along the mountain highway 1 am today.
New Straits Times
24-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Police arrest 11 men in cockfighting raid
KUALA TERENGGANU: Police arrested 11 men, including an Indonesian national, in Op Dadu for alleged gambling during a cockfighting raid yesterday. State police chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin said the suspects, aged between 32 and 56, were engaged in cockfighting behind a house in Kampung Atas Tol, here, when the raid was conducted at about 12.30pm. He said the raid was conducted following intelligence gathering by the D7 branch of the state police with the cooperation of the State Veterinary Services Department. The police also seized four roosters, a cockfighting bond, RM5,823 and a bag containing needles, thread and red medical bandages, he said. He said all the suspects tested negative for drugs, and the case is being investigated under Section 7 (2) of the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953 and Section 32 (1) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015.
