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Malay Mail
11 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Mystery deepens over unexploded mortar bomb near Menora Tunnel: Police continue to investigate its origins
IPOH, July 2 — Police are still investigating the origin of the mortar bomb found near KM265 of the North-South Expressway (PLUS) southbound, near the Menora Tunnel, that was safely detonated on June 30. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said they are investigating how the 81mm mortar bomb, classified as Unexploded Ordnance (UXO), ended up at the location and whether it is a remnant from World War II. 'It has been confirmed as a mortar bomb, referred to as a 'blind', which means an explosive device that failed to detonate,' he said. He was speaking after officiating the rank conferment ceremony for senior police officers and the handing-over of duties for the Head of the Internal Security and Public Order Department, as well as the Gerik and Kerian district police chiefs, held at the Perak Senior Police Officers' Mess today. The mortar bomb was discovered around 9.30 am on June 30 by a PLUS employee who was carrying out landscaping work at the location. Following the discovery, the Bomb Disposal Unit from the Perak police contingent headquarters, assisted by the Ipoh district police headquarters, promptly carried out a controlled detonation. Hisam also apologised to road users for the resulting 15-kilometre traffic congestion caused by the bomb disposal operation. 'Due to concerns that the explosive might still be active and pose a danger to road users, precautionary measures including temporary road closures had to be taken,' he said. — Bernama
Malay Mail
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Perak appoints 658 village chiefs, more to come as age limits and political shifts delay final appointments
IPOH, July 2 — Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad announced that a total of 658 village chiefs have been appointed across the state in the first phase, which began on June 1. Saarani said that the remaining 170 vacant village chief positions will be filled in the upcoming second phase. 'The delay in the appointment was due to several factors including age limitations and internal changes within political parties. 'We only appoint those aged 65 and below. Anyone above that age needs to be replaced,' he said. He told this to reporters when asked to comment on the village chief appointment's status after officiating the Symposium Ceremony of the Perak Orang Asli Community at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building's banquet hall. Saarani explained that party leadership changes, particularly at the grassroots level, have also influenced the appointment process. 'For example, in PKR, after branch-level elections, there were changes in the office bearers at the grassroots level, so they made some adjustments,' he added. On political representation, Saarani clarified that there is no fixed quota system. He said all appointments come through recommendations by component parties of the Unity Government, which includes representatives from Umno, Amanah, PKR and DAP. 'This isn't about giving out positions. A village head must live in the village they lead, because they are our last line of government representation at the grassroots level,' he said. He also said that one of the criteria for the appointment is that the village heads must be permanent residents of the villages they serve, stressing the importance of community connection and direct service. Saarani also confirmed that individuals in their 30s, as well as female representation, are present in the new lineup.
Malay Mail
21 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
O&G consultant loses RM2.7m in ‘Nova 88' investment scam
IPOH, July 2 — An oil and gas consultant lost over RM2.7 million after falling victim to a non-existent investment scheme advertised on a website. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the 37-year-old man lodged a police report on June 29 at the Ipoh district police headquarters, claiming he had been scammed through an online investment platform known as 'Nova 88.' Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim registered an account on the website in April 2023 through a contact, now the main suspect, whom he had met via WhatsApp. Convinced by the suspect, the victim made an initial deposit of RM30,000 into a provided account number and was then given a user ID and password to monitor the supposed investment. 'Between Jan 5, 2024, and May 20, 2025, the victim made 136 fund transfers to seven different accounts, totalling RM2,701,687. The funds came from his savings and contributions from family members,' Noor Hisam said in a statement last night. He said the victim realised he had been duped when each attempt to withdraw his purported profits required additional payments. To date, he has been unable to access any returns, with the suspect offering numerous excuses before eventually becoming unreachable. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. Noor Hisam advised the public to avoid any form of investment offered through unlicensed, unregistered, or unregulated websites. 'Such investments carry high risks and can lead to significant financial losses. Always verify the background of any investment company with recognised authorities such as Bank Negara Malaysia or the Securities Commission,' he said. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
a day ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
O&G consultant loses RM2.7mil to ‘Nova 88' investment scam
The victim realised he had been duped when each attempt to withdraw his purported profits required additional payments. PETALING JAYA : An oil and gas consultant in Perak lost over RM2.7 million to a non-existent investment scheme advertised on a website. Perak police chief Noor Hisam Nordin said the 37-year-old man lodged a report on June 29 at the Ipoh police headquarters, claiming he had been scammed through an online investment platform known as 'Nova 88'. He said preliminary investigations found the victim had registered an account on the website in April 2023 through a contact, now the main suspect, whom he had met via WhatsApp. The victim made an initial deposit of RM30,000 and was then given a user ID and password to monitor the supposed investment. 'Between Jan 5, 2024, and May 20, 2025, the victim made 136 fund transfers to seven different accounts, totalling RM2,701,687. 'The funds came from his savings and contributions from family members,' Bernama reported Noor Hisam as saying. He said the victim realised he had been duped when each attempt to withdraw his purported profits required additional payments. To date, he has been unable to access any returns, with the suspect having offered numerous excuses before eventually becoming unreachable. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. Noor Hisam advised the public to avoid any form of investment offered through unlicensed, unregistered or unregulated websites. 'Such investments carry high risks and can lead to significant financial losses. Always verify the background of any investment company with recognised authorities such as Bank Negara Malaysia or the Securities Commission,' he said.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Malay Mail
Perak Customs seize smuggled drugs, some hidden in air mattresses, worth nearly RM1m in Selangor
IPOH, July 1 — The Perak Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) seized drugs worth nearly RM1 million in a raid in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Its director Mohd Nadzri Arifin said in the 2.45pm raid on June 5, the Customs Department uncovered a large drug smuggling attempt involving nearly 10 kilograms of cannabis flowers concealed in courier parcels. 'The raid involved collaboration with officers from the Customs Headquarters Narcotics Branch and the Ipoh Enforcement Division. 'During the inspection of a suspicious parcel, officers discovered eight plastic packages containing dried plant materials believed to be cannabis flowers weighing approximately 9,858 grams,' he said in a press conference at the Perak Customs Department headquarters here. He said authorities estimated the street value of the drugs to be RM966,084. Mohd Nadzri said preliminary investigations revealed that the drugs were intended to be smuggled abroad, specifically to the United Kingdom, via courier services. 'The dried cannabis was hidden inside air mattress and inflatable pool boxes to avoid detection,' he said. He added the case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries the mandatory death penalty or life imprisonment upon conviction. He said no arrests were made in the raid and noted that the sender made a false declaration and failed to obtain the required permits. He added that investigations are ongoing to identify the individuals or syndicate behind the attempted smuggling.
