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Free Malaysia Today
15 hours ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Cops nab couple over sale of porn, sexual services
The couple, both aged 34, were detained during a special operation codenamed Op Noda at a hotel in Section 27, Shah Alam, on Tuesday night. PETALING JAYA : Police have arrested a married couple suspected of being involved in prostitution and the sale of pornographic videos through social media platforms. Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa said an initial investigation revealed that the couple, who have four children, were involved in distributing pornographic content via the Telegram app. He said the couple, both aged 34, were detained during a special operation codenamed Op Noda at a hotel in Section 27, Shah Alam, at about 8pm yesterday. Police also seized three mobile phones, two condoms, a tube of lubricant, a packet of wet wipes, a bath towel, and a hotel room access card. Rusdi said the couple began offering sexual services in June 2024. 'The suspects targeted customers who used the X app to market their pornographic videos, while Telegram was used as the main messaging platform to arrange prostitution services,' Utusan Malaysia quoted him as saying. He said the videos were sold at prices ranging from RM50 to RM150, while the sexual services were offered for RM450 to RM800 at a four-star hotel. 'It is believed the suspects earned up to RM6,400 a week,' he said. Rusdi said the husband was responsible for producing and promoting the explicit content, while the wife starred in the videos to help boost sales.
Free Malaysia Today
2 days ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
‘Datuk' among 5 charged with unlicensed deposit taking, money laundering
The Shah Alam sessions court set bail at RM100,000 with one surety for each accused and ordered their passports to be surrendered until the conclusion of the case. PETALING JAYA : A woman with a 'Datuk' title was among five people charged today in the Shah Alam sessions court with accepting deposits from the public without a valid licence and laundering millions of ringgit between 2021 and 2024. Suhaila Semaru, 41, her sister Suraya, 37, Noor Syauqi Shafiee, 30, Wahbah Az-Zuhaili Ariffin, 33, and his younger brother Syaabil Ajwad, 26, all claimed trial after the charges were read to them before judge Anas Mahadzir. They were charged separately with money laundering using a company named XFOX Market Sdn Bhd, Berita Harian reported. Suhaila, a director of the company, faces 22 charges in total – five for receiving, 12 for acquiring, and five for possessing proceeds from unlawful activities amounting to RM13 million. The funds were said to have been deposited into the company's bank account and her personal account. Suraya, who is the company's CEO, was slapped with 10 charges involving acquiring, possessing, and transferring illegal proceeds amounting to approximately RM11.1 million. Syauqi was charged with acquiring and possessing a total of RM2.5 million in illegal proceeds. Wahbah Az-Zuhaili faces seven charges for receiving, acquiring, and using RM10.3 million in illegal funds. Syaabil Ajwad was charged with seven counts of receiving and one count of disposing of a total of RM58 million in illegal funds. The alleged offences took place between November 2021 and July 2024 at multiple bank branches in Shah Alam, Ara Damansara, Kota Damansara, Klang, as well as at a residence and office in Section U5, Shah Alam. The charges were framed under Section 4(1)(b) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001. Suhaila, Suraya, and Syauqi also pleaded not guilty to charges of accepting deposits from the public without a valid licence under Section 137(1) of the Financial Services Act, read together with Section 249(1)(a) of the same Act. The offence was said to have been committed at XFOX's office in Subang Bestari between November 2021 and July 30, 2024. The judge set bail at RM100,000 with one surety for each of the accused and ordered their passports to be surrendered until the conclusion of the case. Deputy public prosecutors Nurdeenie Abd Rashid and Megat Mahathir Megat Tharih Afendi conducted the prosecution while the accused were represented by Haziq Dhiyaudin Razali. The court set Aug 6 for mention of the case.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Datuk, siblings among five charged in multi-million ringgit illegal deposit-taking and laundering probe
SHAH ALAM, July 1 — Five individuals, including a woman with the title of 'Datuk', were charged with taking deposits without a valid license and money laundering for four years at a Sessions Court today. Datuk Suhaila Semaru, 41, her sister, Suraya Semaru, 37, brothers Muhammad Wahbah Az-Zuhaili Mohd Ariffin, 33, Muhammad Syaabil Ajwad Mohd Ariffin, 26, and Mohamad Noor Syauqi Shafiee, 30, plead not guilty and requested for trial when the charges were read to them separately in front of Judge Muhamad Anas Mahadzir. Suhaila as XFOX Market Sdn Bhd director faces 22 counts of receiving, obtaining and owning an estimated RM13 million from the illegal activities, while Suraya as chief executive officer faces 10 charges of obtaining, owning and transferring a total of RM11.1 million in funds. Mohamad Noor Syauqi is charged with obtaining and owning RM2.5 million from illegal activities, Muhammad Wahbah Az-Zuhaili faces seven charges of receiving, obtaining and using RM10.3 million, while Syaabil Ajwad faces seven charges of receiving and one charge of disposing of RM58 million of funds from illegal activities. They allegedly committed the offences under Section 4(1)(b) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001, punishable under subsection 4(1) of the same Act, at various bank branches around Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya and Subang between November 2021 and July last year. At the same proceeding, Suhaila, Suraya and Mohamad Noor Syauqi pleaded not guilty to another charge of agreeing to accept deposits from the public without a valid licence. They are charged with committing the offence at the XFOX office in Subang Bestari from Nov 12, 2021 to July 30, 2024, under subsection 137(1) of the Financial Services Act 2013, read together with subsection 249(1)(a) and punishable under Section 137(2) of the same Act. The prosecution, led by Nurdeenie Abd Rashid and Megat Mahathir Megat Tharih Afendi, suggested RM1 million in bail for all the accused with the condition that they surrender their passports while lawyer Mohd Haziq Dhiyaudin Razali requested a reduction, pointing out that his clients cooperated fully with Bank Negara Malaysia during the investigation and had no risk of flight. Muhamad Anas allowed bail of RM100,000 for each of the accused with the condition of one surety and that their passports would be surrendered till the end of the case and set case re-mention for Aug 6. — Bernama
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Looking for a forever home outside KL? Erat Residence – Alam Impian's first freehold condo – might just be the key to that dream
KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Owning a home in Kuala Lumpur is increasingly out of reach to a lot of people. The capital is the country's most expensive city and living here means grappling with skyrocketing prices and enduring gridlocks on a daily basis. So, if you are seeking a home away from KL's hustle and bustle, why not consider settling down at Erat Residence? Developed by Suntrack Development, Erat is the first freehold condominium in the vibrant Alam Impian township in Shah Alam. Sprawling across 4.49 acres, the low-density development consists of only 269 units, making it a good fit for those seeking a slower-paced lifestyle. The property houses three types of units: Type A (1,098 sqft), Type B (1,216 sqft) and Type C (2,206 sqft). Sprawling across 4.49 acres, Erat Residence is a low-density development comprising only 269 units and is the first freehold condominium in Alam Impian, Shah Alam. — Picture by Choo Choy May Strategically located in Alam Impian, Erat is only a stone's throw away from schools, retail centres and private hospitals. The Eaton International School is next door and the green lung of the township – Taman Tasik Alam Impian – is within walking distance. Right across the road is the Lake Point Club, a recreational spot offering mesmerising lakefront views and lush landscapes in the master-planned township. The residential property is also well-connected to major highways including the Federal Highway, the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS) and the Kemuning-Shah Alam Highway (LKSA). So, moving to Erat means a more spacious home with less scrutiny from prying eyes – plus the accessibility and social life that KL offers but minus the sky-high price tag. There are also child safety features like dedicated children's playrooms, a raised pool, a wading pool as well as a fenced playground. If that's still not appealing enough, here's another compelling reason to consider settling down at Erat, especially if you have a growing family. Built for ageing in place As their parents age or develop disabilities, many families either relocate from their high-rise homes to elderly-friendly homes or make separate living arrangements for them. The trend is expected to hold true for the next few decades as Malaysia is moving towards becoming an aged nation by 2040. Relocating from a home they spent a fortune to buy or staying away from family members during their later years are both equally painful choices. Thankfully, residents at Erat may not have to opt for either. Built for ageing in place, Erat is a forever home designed to last for generations. Built for ageing in place, all units come with 900mm clear openings at designated doorways and toilets for wheelchair users. — Picture by Choo Choy May Erat's design concept adopts the MAGIC philosophy – Multi-Ability, multi-Generational, Inclusive Communities – that ensures accessibility, safety and convenience for people of all ages, sizes and abilities. The concept is reflected all through the building – right from wider doorways to signages with Braille at key common areas and wheelchair accessible landscaped parks, walkways and carparks. Each unit is equipped with ramps at the entrance, yard and toilets to minimise the drop between floors for wheelchair users. Inside all units, there are 900mm clear openings at designated doorways and spaces with wheelchair turning radii for them too. Right across the road is the Lake Point Club, a recreational spot offering mesmerising lakefront views and lush landscapes in the master-planned township. — Picture by Choo Choy May These features are useful and convenient for older residents or for those recovering from physical injuries. Additionally, the property's design has been reimagined to incorporate sustainable living. Some green features outdoors include an optimal north-south orientation for cooler interiors and rainwater harvesting tank for landscape watering. The sustainable homes also come with dual flush toilets to reduce water usage and the interiors are painted with low volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Aesthetics-wise, the landscaped ground is inspired by structured knots from the traditional songket – staying true to the meaning of 'erat' which means binding things together. For more information on Erat Residence, visit
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Selangor MB: Putra Heights blast caused by soil subsidence, pipe shifted 15.9cm
SHAH ALAM, June 30 — The Putra Heights gas pipe explosion was caused by soil subsidence that happened over 25 years since it was laid in 2000, resulting in the pipe shifting by 15.9cm. The matter was revealed by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Saari here. 'The impact from the subsidence caused the pipe to move by 15.9cm and this was found after analysing samples from the pipe that showed signs of fatigue and stress lines on the structure,' he said in a statement. MORE TO COME
