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New Straits Times
01-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Police: New safety measures eyed to prevent ECRL project site thefts
KUANTAN: Installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras at specific locations is among the measures proposed to Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) to enhance security and curb thefts along the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) alignment. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said this was among several suggestions put forward during multiple task force meetings between the police and MRL representatives. "The joint task force, established to strengthen cooperation in combating theft at project sites, has convened several times, with the next meeting scheduled for July 4. We have discussed proactive safety measures, including the installation of CCTV cameras at identified hotspots. "Some of the locations where thefts have occurred are in remote areas, so appropriate steps must be taken to prevent future incidents. Thefts were previously reported at project sites in Kuantan and Maran," he told reporters at the district police headquarters here today. Yahaya said police had proposed additional preventive measures, including hiring auxiliary police to ensure safety at the project sites. "Police are in continuous communication with the ECRL team, and we have urged their cooperation in providing immediate information in the event of any theft along the rail alignment. "Members of the public with information about individuals attempting to sell cables or construction materials are encouraged to report such activities to the police immediately," he said. Although no arrests have been made so far, Yahaya gave his assurances that police are investigating all possibilities, including the potential involvement of insiders. On June 25, Kuantan police chief Assistant Commissioner Wan Mohd Zahari Wan Busu revealed that eight cases of cable theft, resulting in estimated losses of RM217,000, were reported between Jan 1 and June 22 this year in Cherating, Gebeng, and Damansara, near here. The Pahang police task force was set up following concerns raised by MRL regarding recurring cable theft incidents along the ECRL route, which spans Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor. The 665km mega rail project, which passes through Bentong, Temerloh, Maran, and Kuantan in Pahang, is scheduled to begin operations in January 2027. Earlier today, Yahaya witnessed the handing over of duties of the Kuantan police chief and Pahang Commercial Crime Investigation Department chief. Kuantan deputy police chief Superintendent Mohd Adli Mat Daud is now acting district police chief with Wan Zahari appointed as the Perak Internal Security and Public Order Department chief starting tomorrow. Meanwhile, Superintendent Wan Aedil Wan Abdullah has been named the new Pahang CCID head.
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New Straits Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] MACC probes dubious investments in GLC linked to 'Tan Sri'
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will be gathering information from at least three countries as part of an investigation into questionable investment transactions involving a government-linked company. Its Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the countries identified included Brazil, the Netherlands, and Singapore. "Testimonies and evidence relating to these overseas financial transactions are crucial in supporting the ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and money laundering," he told reporters today. He added that two Malaysians, believed to have acted as proxies in the investment activities, were also being tracked down. The probe is centred on a prominent corporate figure bearing the title "Tan Sri", suspected of involvement in money laundering linked to the ownership of Sapura Energy Bhd (SEB) shares worth over RM500 million. "To date, we have recorded statements from five individuals, including the Tan Sri in question," Azam said. "We expect to call in at least 13 more individuals to assist with the investigation." He said that the MACC had frozen over 100 bank accounts linked to the Tan Sri, his family members, and associated companies, amounting to more than RM217 million. On May 9, Sapura Energy Bhd issued a statement assuring clients, partners and stakeholders that its business operations and financial activities — including access to its bank accounts — remained unaffected and would continue as usual. The assurance followed news reports citing anonymous sources regarding the MACC investigation into a corporate figure, with speculation linking the probe to SEB shares and the historic merger between SapuraKencana Petroleum Bhd and Sapuracrest Petroleum Bhd. On May 8, it was reported that the MACC had opened an investigation paper against the individual, suspected of money laundering in relation to SEB shareholdings. Sources indicated that the investigation also covered suspected corruption involving several investments made after the merger of SapuraKencana Petroleum Bhd and Sapuracrest Petroleum Bhd — the entities that later formed Sapura Energy Bhd. Searches were carried out at several locations, including Sapura@Mines, Menara Permata Sapura — which houses Sapura Holdings Sdn Bhd — as well as the individual's residences in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur.
The Sun
24-04-2025
- The Sun
Three men arrested for stealing electricity for bitcoin mining
JOHOR BAHRU: Three men, 40 to 48, have been arrested for stealing electricity for bitcoin mining activities, causing losses of up to RM1.28 million. Johor police chief Datuk M Kumar said the three, who were part of a syndicate, were arrested in an operation conducted with the cooperation of the Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) on April 22 and 23. The team also seized 87 Bitcoin mining rigs worth RM217,500 in nine raids on premises around Johor Bahru, Seri Alam, Kulai, Segamat and Tangkak 'Various mobile phones, laptops, routers and several keys were also seized. The group targets residential areas and shoplots as operation areas. 'Electricity theft caused TNB to suffer losses of RM1,289,371.86,' he said in a statement today, adding that the case is being investigated under Section 427 of the Penal Code and Section 37(1) of the Electricity Supply Act 1990.
Barnama
24-04-2025
- Barnama
Three Men Arrested For Stealing Electricity For Bitcoin Mining
JOHOR BAHRU, April 24 (Bernama) -- Three men, 40 to 48, have been arrested for stealing electricity for bitcoin mining activities, causing losses of up to RM1.28 million. Johor police chief Datuk M Kumar said the three, who were part of a syndicate, were arrested in an operation conducted with the cooperation of the Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) on April 22 and 23. The team also seized 87 Bitcoin mining rigs worth RM217,500 in nine raids on premises around Johor Bahru, Seri Alam, Kulai, Segamat and Tangkak
The Star
24-04-2025
- The Star
Electricity theft for crypto mining: Three arrested in Johor raids
JOHRO BARU: Police have arrested three men for stealing electricity to mine cryptocurrency. Johor police chief Comm Datuk M. Kumar said that a cryptocurrency mining syndicate was dismantled with the arrest. He stated that at least nine premises were raided in Johor Baru, Seri Alam, Kulai and Tangkak on April 22 and 23. 'We seized some 87 machines used to mine the cryptocurrency,' he said, adding that the mining machines were worth RM217,500. Police also seized mobile phones, laptops, routers and other items from the syndicate. All three suspects, who were in their 40s, have since been remanded to assist with the investigation. Comm Kumar added that the syndicate has been using premises in residential areas and shop lots to carry out its activities, resulting in Tenaga Nasional suffering losses totalling RM1.28mil. He said that police would continue to clamp down on such activities and urged the public with information to contact the police hotline at 07-2212999.
