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The Star
12-07-2025
- The Star
Joint operation uncovers multiple violations in Brunei
The joint operation involved 171 officers and personnel from multiple agencies. - RBPF via BB/ANN BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF), through the Brunei-Muara Police District and several enforcement agencies, unearthed a number of violations during a joint operation targeting two locations around Jalan Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien and Jalan Tasik, Bandar Seri Begawan. The Narcotics Control Bureau detained four men suspected of consuming controlled drugs. Meanwhile, the Royal Customs and Excise Department detained three men and a woman for possessing contraband cigarettes. The Department of Labour detected several violations under the Employment Order, 2009 including the failure to provide annual leave and sick leave certified by a doctor; deduction of salary without approval; failure to declare the place of residence of the employee, unsanitary housing; and the failure to provide return tickets for the employee to the country of origin. The Department of Electrical Services discovered a violation of the Electricity Act after a residential unit was found supplying electricity to another unit using a portable connection (extension wire). The Municipal Department found a tenant of a rented house suspected of committing offences under the Miscellaneous Offences Act. An abandoned vehicle is also under investigation. According to the RBPF, Acting Commanding Officer of the Brunei-Muara Police District Superintendent Mohd Shaker Nayan led the joint operation, launched around 11pm on July 8. The operation involved 171 officers and personnel from multiple agencies. The operation was carried out as part of the security initiative in conjunction with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's 79th birthday celebration. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
The Star
11-07-2025
- The Star
Ten held in Brunei for alleged involvement as money mules
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Cyber Crime Investigation Division under the Criminal Investigation Department of the Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF) has detained 10 individuals for allegedly acting as money mules in connection with fraudulent activities. According to the RBPF, the suspects are believed to have knowingly shared their bank account credentials—including passwords and access codes—with criminal syndicates, enabling illicit financial transactions in exchange for monetary rewards. 'Money mules' or 'account mules' refer to individuals who provide access to their bank accounts to be used by others, often for the purpose of receiving or transferring funds derived from scams and fraud. Preliminary investigations revealed that most of the suspects were unemployed and had agreed to participate in the scheme to earn between BND50 and BND100 weekly. Some of the individuals are also suspected of aiding unauthorised access to computer systems, further compounding the severity of the offences. The suspects, aged between 23 and 48, are being investigated under Section 8 of the Computer Misuse Act, Chapter 194, which prohibits providing account access for the purpose of fraudulently transferring money. If convicted, offenders may face imprisonment for up to three years, a fine not exceeding BND10,000, or both. The RBPF has reminded the public to remain vigilant and not to share personal banking information with unknown individuals or parties. Assisting in fraudulent transactions, even passively, is a serious offence under the law. – Borneo Bulletin/ANN
The Star
09-07-2025
- The Star
Bruneian woman detained in BND133,000 fraud case
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Personnel from the Cyber Crime Investigation Division under the Criminal Investigation Department at the Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF) detained a 52-year-old local woman, on suspicion of being involved in a fraud case involving 11 victims between 2024 and 2025. RBPF investigations revealed that Lim Yok Yuan (pic) used a modus operandi of contacting victims via WhatsApp and deceiving them into investing in various fake business schemes. These included restaurant investments, goods imported from China and in some cases, posing as an agent for domestic helper employment. The victims were asked to make payments via bank transfers or in cash. The proposed business deals were found to be non-existent. The suspect is being investigated under Section 420 of Chapter 22 of the Penal Code for cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property. If found guilty, the offence carries a penalty of imprisonment for up to seven years and a fine. The Cyber Crime Investigation Division is continuing its investigation into the cases, which have resulted in losses amounting to approximately BND133,000 (US$103,986). - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
The Star
02-07-2025
- General
- The Star
Brunei national flag hoisted marking start of Sultan's birthday celebrations
The flag hoisting ceremony in progress. - Photo: Temburong district office BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Tutong District held a flag hoisting ceremony at the open area of the Tutong District Community Hall on Monday (July 1), in conjunction with His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam's 79th birthday celebration. Deputy Minister (Energy) at the Prime Minister's Office Datuk Seri Paduka Mohamad Azmi Mohd Hanifah was the guest of honour. The ceremony saw a delegation of flag bearers led by Special Duties Officer Level II Haizul Rizal Yahya accompanied by the Prisons Department's Brass Band as well as cadets from Royal Brunei Armed Forces, Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF), Fire and Rescue Department and members of Girl Guides Association of Brunei Darussalam with Brunei Darussalam Red Crescent Society. The national flag was handed over to Acting Tutong District Officer Mohammad Sofian Basri who passed the national flag to the guest of honour. The guest of honour presented the national flag to RBPF personnel to be hoisted at the ceremony. A choir from Kumpulan Koir Wira Bangsa and students from Tanjong Maya Secondary School performed patriotic songs. Meanwhile, a flag hoisting ceremony was also held at Mukim Sengkurong Community Hall in celebration of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's 79th birthday. Legislative Council (LegCo) member Yang Berhormat Zainol Mohamed was the guest of honour. Penghulu of Mukim Sengkurong Dr Abdullah Hanif Saman, as well as village heads, members of the mukim and village consultative council, and residents were also in attendance. The ceremony began with the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah and Doa Selamat, followed by the flag hoisting ceremony led by cadets from the Sayyidina Husain Secondary School in Kampong Sengkurong, accompanied by the singing of the national anthem. Over at Temburong district, a similar flag hoisting ceremony was held at the community hall of Mukim Bangar. Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy (Economy) Datuk Seri Paduka Khairuddin Abdul Hamid was the guest of honour. Legislative Council member Yang Berhormat Awang Sulaiman Nasir, Acting Temburong District Officer Hassan Baha Umar, acting penghulu mukim and village heads, acting village heads and officials were also present. The ceremony saw the acting Temburong District officer handing over the national flag to the guest of honour, who presented the national flag to Royal Brunei Police Force personnel. It proceeded with the presentation of national flag to acting penghulu mukim and heads of government branches in the Temburong District. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
The Star
27-06-2025
- The Star
Police investigating fight at Brunei trade expo that has gone viral
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Following the circulation of several viral videos on social media on Thursday (June 27) depicting a physical altercation, the Berakas Police Station has received a report and is currently investigating the incident. According to the Royal Brunei Police Force (RBPF), the footage shows two senior citizens involved in a fight with a young man at the 31st Consumer Fair and Trade Expo currently held at the International Convention Centre. The case is being investigated under Section 160 of the Penal Code for the offence of fighting in a public place, which carries a penalty of imprisonment for up to three years and/or a fine, upon conviction. The public is advised not to overreact or take matters into their own hands in ways that may breach the law. Members of the public are also urged not to speculate or spread unverified information that could affect the safety and well-being of those involved. – Borneo Bulletin/ANN
