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New Straits Times
05-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Three Chinese nationals held over use of counterfeit banknotes to pay hotel bill
KUALA LUMPUR: Three Chinese nationals have been arrested for allegedly using counterfeit banknotes to pay for a hotel room in the city. The suspects, aged between 18 and 47, were detained following a police report lodged on July 3, after one of them allegedly used 87 fake RM100 notes to settle a hotel bill totalling RM8,700. Dang Wangi district police chief, Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman, said the three women are believed to be agents of a counterfeit money syndicate. "Police have opened an investigation paper under Section 489B of the Penal Code for using counterfeit currency. "The suspects have been remanded for six days until July 9 under Section 117 of the Criminal Procedure Code to assist investigations," he said in a statement today. Among the items seized were 87 counterfeit RM100 notes, one RM50 note, one RM20 note, two Louis Vuitton Paris crossbody bags, an access card to a unit identified as 18-03, and three iPhones. Sulizmie urged the public to remain vigilant when handling cash and to follow Bank Negara Malaysia's guidelines for detecting counterfeit currency. "Those who suspect they have received counterfeit money should not circulate the notes but instead report the matter to the police or Bank Negara Malaysia," he said. The public can contact the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-2115 9999, the Dang Wangi district police control centre at 03-2600 2222, or visit the nearest police station to lodge a report or seek further assistance.
New Straits Times
05-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Police probe death threat against Armada Bersatu exco member
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have opened an investigation into a death threat received by an Armada Bersatu Malaysia exco member. Dang Wangi police chief, Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman, said a police report was lodged on July 2 by the complainant, who is also a company director. "According to the complainant, earlier that day he was informed via a phone call from a friend that an unknown individual was allegedly planning to kill him. "Concerned for his safety and that of his family, the complainant immediately lodged a police report," he said in a statement. Sulizmie said an investigation paper has been opened under Section 507 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation through anonymous communication. The offence carries a penalty of up to two years' imprisonment, a fine, or both, upon conviction. He said preliminary investigations revealed that the complainant does not know the suspect in question. "Dang Wangi police are actively working to trace the identity of the individual involved and are investigating the case from all possible angles. The safety of the complainant is being prioritised," he said. He added that police have recorded statements from two witnesses and identified a key individual believed to be crucial in helping track down the suspect and determine the motive behind the threat. "No arrests have been made so far," he said. Sulizmie urged anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation by contacting investigating officer Inspector Pang Wei Keong at 013-208 2391 or Dang Wangi district Criminal Investigation Division chief, Deputy Superintendent Rosdi M. Husin, at 013-392 0694.
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New Straits Times
02-07-2025
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Foreign man found with serious head injuries at HKL carpark, police confirms
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have confirmed claims in a viral video that a foreign man was found with serious head injuries in the car park of Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL). Dang Wangi police chief Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman said a report was received at 8.56pm on June 29 from an assistant medical officer at the hospital. "About 5.20pm, a male patient — believed to be a non-Malaysian citizen and without any form of identification — was brought in by a Klang Valley Ambulance Service (KVAS) unit from the HKL multi-level car park," he said in a statement. The man was admitted to the hospital's emergency department for treatment of a head injury. A medical examination confirmed he suffered a fracture to the right rib in addition to the wound to the head. However, doctors found no skull fracture. The victim is in stable condition and remains under further treatment at the hospital. The case is being investigated under Section 324 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt with a weapon, which carries a maximum 10-year jail term, a fine or whipping or both upon conviction. Sulizmie said no arrests have been made so far. "Investigation papers will be completed and referred to the Kuala Lumpur Deputy Public Prosecutor's Office for further instructions," he added. Those with information on the incident should contact investigating officer Inspector Pang Wei Keong at 013-2082391 or district Criminal Investigation Department chief Deputy Superintendent Rosdi Husin at 013-3920694.
New Straits Times
28-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Police receive three reports over anti-graft rally scuffle
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have received three reports following the Himpunan Rakyat Benci Rasuah 2.0 rally, which turned tense after a participant ignited a flare, sparking a scuffle between demonstrators and security personnel. The rally, organised by Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah and attended by around 100 participants, including student groups, began at Kompleks Sogo before moving towards Dataran Merdeka. Dang Wangi district police chief, Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman, said a participant lit a flare during the rally, releasing thick smoke that posed a safety risk to others. He said officers quickly intervened to contain the situation, but a brief scuffle ensued, resulting in minor injuries to a policeman. "During the preventive action taken, a minor scuffle broke out between rally participants and personnel from Op Aman, resulting in minor injuries to one policeman. "The situation was quickly brought under control by police," he said in a statement today. Sulizmie said three police reports had been lodged, and investigations are ongoing under Section 353 of the Penal Code for using criminal force to deter a public servant from discharging their duties, as well as Sections 3(5) and 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955. He also urged the public not to speculate on the incident, as this could interfere with ongoing investigations. "Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-2115 9999, the Dang Wangi district control centre at 03-2600 2222, or the nearest police station," he said.
New Straits Times
03-06-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Five men arrested over viral Dataran Merdeka brawl
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have remanded five men in connection with a viral video of a fight in Dataran Merdeka. Dang Wangi district police chief Assistant Commissioner Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman said the suspects, aged between 17 and 23, were detained following an investigation under Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting with weapons. "All five suspects are currently under remand until June 5 to assist in further investigations," he said in a statement. Sulizmie said police view the incident seriously as it poses a threat to public order and safety. He also urged the public not to get involved in any unlawful activities and to channel any information related to the case to the district police headquarters at 03-26002222, the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-21159999 or the nearest police station. Earlier, it was reported that police were tracking down the suspects. This comes after a 23-second video of the incident went viral, showing several motorcyclists exchanging blows in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building at Dataran Merdeka.
