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New Straits Times
18-07-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Chemical spill chaos: Trailer overturns on Kesas Expressway
SHAH ALAM: A trailer transporting hazardous chemicals overturned along the Shah Alam Expressway (Kesas) earlier today, spilling its cargo. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant director (operations) Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar said the incident occurred at 10.25am. "A fire engine, hazardous materials (Hazmat) unit, and an emergency medical rescue vehicle, along with 14 personnel, were dispatched to the scene," he said when contacted. The trailer was carrying liquid chemical substances, including sulphur, calcium carbonate, and titanium oxide. Mukhlis said that the chemicals were stored in 10 intermediate bulk containers, each with a capacity of 1,000 litres. "The chemicals spilled within the containers and eventually flowed onto the expressway's surface. "One person, the lorry driver, was rescued by members of the public and sustained only minor injuries," he added. Personnel on site are currently awaiting the arrival of a contractor to upright and move the trailer to the roadside, allowing chemical clean-up operations to begin. No other injuries were reported in the incident. Sulphur is primarily used in the production of sulphuric acid, a key ingredient in fertilisers, detergents, and pigments. It also plays an essential role in vulcanising rubber, manufacturing matches and explosives, and is used in the pharmaceutical and paper industries. Sulphur compounds are also employed in pesticides, fungicides, and certain food preservation processes. Titanium oxide is a naturally occurring white compound commonly used as a pigment in paints, plastics, and cosmetics. It is also a key ingredient in sunscreens and is found in products such as toothpaste, food colourants, and some pharmaceuticals. Calcium carbonate is widely used as a dietary calcium supplement and antacid. It is also one of the most abundant compounds found in the Earth's crust and has various industrial applications.
New Paper
09-07-2025
- New Paper
Ex-auxiliary police officer who accidentally fired gun jailed
An auxiliary police officer who was tasked to issue weapons at the airport playfully threw a bullet in the air, loaded it into a revolver and accidentally discharged a round into a countertop. Fortunately, one of his colleagues, who was standing in front of him, was not injured. On July 7, Muhammad Mukhlis Kamis, 39, pleaded guilty to committing a rash act endangering personal safety and was sentenced to two months' jail. Mukhlis was employed as an auxiliary police officer with Sats Security Services and held the rank of sergeant at the subsidiary of the cargo handler. He was deployed as an armourer for five years before the incident in November 2023. On the morning of Nov 22 that year, Mukhlis was at the Sats Auxiliary Police Armoury at the Singapore Air Freight Terminal Core C Building when another officer, Corporal Zulkarnaen Ramli, went to the armoury to withdraw his equipment and firearms. Cpl Zulkarnaen was supposed to be issued with one Taurus revolver, 10 rounds of 0.38mm ammunition, one extendable baton and one handcuff. However, Mukhlis issued nine rounds of 0.38mm ammunition instead of 10. When Cpl Zulkarnaen pointed out that he was missing a bullet, Mukhlis took one bullet from below the countertop, threw it up in the air and caught it with his left hand. He then inserted the bullet into the cylinder of the revolver, spun the cylinder and closed the cylinder. Mukhlis held the revolver in his right hand, pointing it down towards the countertop, which was between him and Cpl Zulkarnaen. Seeing this, Cpl Zulkarnaen stepped back. Suddenly, Mukhlis placed his finger on the trigger of the revolver and pulled it, discharging one round into the armoury countertop. Deputy Public Prosecutor Joseph Gwee said the entire sequence of events from the throwing of the 0.38mm round to it being discharged lasted about five seconds. After the incident, Mukhlis told his supervisors about what had happened and he was arrested. No one was injured and no repair costs were incurred for the damage to the countertop, said the prosecutor. Mukhlis' defence lawyer, Mr Azri Imran Tan, said his client has since been let go of by Sats. DPP Gwee sought a jail term of three to four months, noting that Mukhlis was aware of the serious consequences of loading a live round into a revolver as he was a certified armourer who was entrusted with the role of handling and dispensing weapons. "There was an element of playfulness in his actions, by throwing the round into the air and catching it with his hand," added the prosecutor, noting that serious harm or even death could have been caused given the nature of the weapon. In mitigation, Mr Tan urged the court to sentence Mukhlis to no more than one to two months' jail. Mr Tan said: "To this day, our client cannot explain what drove him to decide to - foolishly - load the revolver. Whatever the reasons for his ill-advised actions, he recognises they are inexcusable and in no circumstances should he have loaded the revolver with a live round, let alone fiddle with the same." Mr Tan added that his client had previously received awards for safety and professionalism and deeply regrets his actions. For a rash act endangering personal safety, an offender can be jailed for up to six months, fined up to $2,500, or both.
AsiaOne
08-07-2025
- AsiaOne
Jail for ex-auxiliary police officer who loaded 1 bullet and accidentally discharged revolver, Singapore News
An auxiliary police officer who was tasked to issue weapons at the airport playfully threw a bullet in the air, loaded it into a revolver and accidentally discharged a round into a countertop. Fortunately, one of his colleagues, who was standing in front of him, was not injured. On July 7, Muhammad Mukhlis Kamis, 39, pleaded guilty to committing a rash act endangering personal safety and was sentenced to two months' jail. Mukhlis was employed as an auxiliary police officer with Sats Security Services and held the rank of sergeant at the subsidiary of the cargo handler. He was deployed as an armourer for five years before the incident in November 2023. On the morning of Nov 22 that year, Mukhlis was at the Sats Auxiliary Police Armoury at the Singapore Air Freight Terminal Core C Building when another officer, Corporal Zulkarnaen Ramli, went to the armoury to withdraw his equipment and firearms. Cpl Zulkarnaen was supposed to be issued with one Taurus revolver, 10 rounds of 0.38mm ammunition, one extendable baton and one handcuff. However, Mukhlis issued nine rounds of 0.38mm ammunition instead of 10. When Cpl Zulkarnaen pointed out that he was missing a bullet, Mukhlis took one bullet from below the countertop, threw it up in the air and caught it with his left hand. He then inserted the bullet into the cylinder of the revolver, spun the cylinder and closed the cylinder. Mukhlis held the revolver in his right hand, pointing it down towards the countertop, which was between him and Cpl Zulkarnaen. Seeing this, Cpl Zulkarnaen stepped back. Suddenly, Mukhlis placed his finger on the trigger of the revolver and pulled it, discharging one round into the armoury countertop. Deputy Public Prosecutor Joseph Gwee said the entire sequence of events from the throwing of the 0.38mm round to it being discharged lasted about five seconds. After the incident, Mukhlis told his supervisors about what had happened and he was arrested. No one was injured and no repair costs were incurred for the damage to the countertop, said the prosecutor. Mukhlis' defence lawyer, Mr Azri Imran Tan, said his client has since been let go of by Sats. DPP Gwee sought a jail term of three to four months, noting that Mukhlis was aware of the serious consequences of loading a live round into a revolver as he was a certified armourer who was entrusted with the role of handling and dispensing weapons. 'There was an element of playfulness in his actions, by throwing the round into the air and catching it with his hand,' added the prosecutor, noting that serious harm or even death could have been caused given the nature of the weapon. In mitigation, Mr Tan urged the court to sentence Mukhlis to no more than one to two months' jail. Mr Tan said: 'To this day, our client cannot explain what drove him to decide to – foolishly – load the revolver. Whatever the reasons for his ill-advised actions, he recognises they are inexcusable and in no circumstances should he have loaded the revolver with a live round, let alone fiddle with the same.' Mr Tan added that his client had previously received awards for safety and professionalism and deeply regrets his actions. For a rash act endangering personal safety, an offender can be jailed for up to six months, fined up to $2,500, or both. [[nid:719200]] This article was first published in The Straits Times . Permission required for reproduction.
Straits Times
07-07-2025
- Straits Times
Jail for ex-auxiliary police officer who loaded one bullet and accidentally discharged revolver
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Muhammad Mukhlis Kamis, 39, pleaded guilty to committing a rash act endangering personal safety and was sentenced to two months' jail. SINGAPORE – An auxiliary police officer who was tasked to issue weapons at the airport playfully threw a bullet in the air, loaded it into a revolver and accidentally discharged a round into a countertop. Fortunately, one of his colleagues, who was standing in front of him, was not injured. On July 7, Muhammad Mukhlis Kamis, 39, pleaded guilty to committing a rash act endangering personal safety and was sentenced to two months' jail. Mukhlis was employed as an auxiliary police officer with Sats Security Services and held the rank of sergeant at the subsidiary of the cargo handler. He was deployed as an armourer for five years before the incident in November 2023. On Nov 22 morning, Mukhlis was at the Sats Auxiliary Police Armoury at the Singapore Air Freight Terminal Core C Building when another officer, Corporal Zulkarnaen Ramli, went to the armoury to withdraw his equipment and firearms. Cpl Zulkarnaen was supposed to be issued with one Taurus revolver, 10 rounds of 0.38mm ammunition, one extendable baton and one handcuff. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Eligible S'poreans to get up to $850 in GSTV cash, up to $450 in MediSave top-ups in August Singapore Four golf courses to close by 2035, leaving Singapore with 12 courses Singapore Fewer marriages in Singapore in 2024; greater marital stability for recent marriages Singapore Construction starts on Cross Island Line Phase 2; 6 MRT stations in S'pore's west ready by 2032 Asia 72-year-old man on diving trip to Pulau Tioman in Malaysia found dead on the beach Singapore $1.46b nickel scam: Ng Yu Zhi opts to remain silent after judge calls for his defence Asia Bali flights nixed after huge Indonesia volcano eruption Life How to cope with the heat when travelling: 5 expert-backed tips However, Mukhlis issued nine rounds of 0.38mm ammunition instead of 10. When Cpl Zulkarnaen pointed out that he was missing a bullet, Mukhlis took one bullet from below the countertop, threw it up in the air and caught it with his left hand. He then inserted the bullet into the cylinder of the revolver, spun the cylinder and closed the cylinder. Mukhlis held the revolver in his right hand, pointing it downd towards the countertop, which was between him and Cpl Zulkarnaen. Seeing this, Cpl Zulkarnaen stepped back. Suddenly, Mukhlis placed his finger on the trigger of the revolver and pulled it, discharging one round into the armoury countertop. Deputy Public Prosecutor Joseph Gwee said the entire sequence of events from the throwing of the 0.38mm round to it being discharged lasted about five seconds. After the incident, Mukhlis told his supervisors about what had happened, and he was arrested. No one was injured and no repair costs were incurred for the damage to the countertop, said the prosecutor. Mukhlis' defence lawyer, Mr Azri Imran Tan, said his client has since been 'let go' by Sats. DPP Gwee sought a jail term of three to four months, noting that Mukhlis was aware of the serious consequences of loading a live round into a revolver as he was a certified armourer who was entrusted with the role of handling and dispensing weapons. 'There was an element of playfulness in his actions, by throwing the round into the air and catching it with his hand,' added the prosecutor, noting that serious harm or even death could have been caused given the nature of the weapon. In mitigation, Mr Tan urged the court to sentence Mukhlis to no more than one to two months' jail. Mr Tan said: 'To this day, our client cannot explain what drove him to decide to – foolishly – load the revolver. Whatever the reasons for his ill-advised actions, he recognises they are inexcusable and in no circumstances should he have loaded the revolver with a live round, let alone fiddle with the same.' Mr Tan added that his client had previously received awards for safety and professionalism and deeply regrets his actions. For a rash act endangering personal safety, an offender can be jailed for up to six months, fined up to $2,500, or both.
New Straits Times
04-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Man seriously injured after falling onto LRT track at Subang Alam station
KUALA LUMPUR: A 27-year-old man sustained serious head injuries after falling onto the light rail transit (LRT) track of the Kelana Jaya Line at the Subang Alam station in Section 27, Shah Alam, this morning (July 4). Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant operations director Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar, in a statement, said they received an emergency call at 8.07am. "A team from the Shah Alam Fire and Rescue Department comprising eight personnel, along with a fire engine and an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) vehicle, were despatched to the scene and arrived nine minutes later. "The operations commander said members of the public had already pulled the man from the tracks before rescuers arrived." Mukhlis said the victim suffered severe injuries to the head and that the EMRS unit provided initial treatment at the scene while awaiting the arrival of Health Ministry personnel. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd, in a statement, said the incident involved a passenger who had trespassed onto the track area of the station. It said that rescue operations were carried out by emergency responders, prompting Rapid Rail to activate alternative train services on the Kelana Jaya Line. "Trains from Putra Heights are now terminating at Alam Megah station before turning back, and trains from Gombak are also ending their journey at Alam Megah before returning to Gombak."
