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Dramatic “daylight car robbery” in Penang shocks onlookers

Dramatic daylight car robbery shocks road users in Penang, Malaysia. A young man was forcibly removed from his car in the middle of a busy junction in Butterworth, with the vehicle subsequently driven away. Video footage of the incident has rapidly spread online. Butterworth North police chief, ACP Mohd Asri Shafie, stated no relevant information has yet been received on the case. Rumours suggest the incident might involve a loan shark reclaiming a defaulted vehicle.

ICA thwarts large-scale cigarette smuggling attempt into Singapore

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) foiled an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of duty-unpaid cigarettes into Singapore on Thursday (25 May).

1MDB scandal suspect and informant on fugitive Jho Low’s whereabouts, reportedly dies from “sudden illness”

Kee Kok Thiam, a suspect in the 1MDB scandal, has passed away due to “sudden illness” after informing authorities about the whereabouts of fugitive financier Jho Low. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission confirmed Kee’s death but provided no further details. Kee had been arrested in May and deported from Macau for overstaying his visa. He had admitted to meeting Jho Low and other 1MDB fugitives in Macau. Jho Low, wanted by Interpol, has been hiding since 2018, charged in Malaysia and the US for his alleged involvement in the 1MDB embezzlement scandal.

Radio broadcaster killed in the Philippines: police

A radio broadcaster, Cresenciano Bunduquin, was shot dead by motorcycle-riding gunmen outside his home in the Philippines. The country is known for being dangerous for journalists, and most cases go unpunished. Bunduquin had been outspoken about local issues and had mentioned receiving threats in the past.

Malaysia searches Chinese ship suspected of looting WWII wrecks

Malaysia’s coastguard detained a Chinese vessel suspected of looting British World War II shipwrecks. The crew, consisting of Chinese, Bangladeshi, and Malaysian nationals, is being questioned. Authorities found unexploded cannon shells on board, potentially linked to the sunken warships. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency is determined to protect the country’s national treasure and condemn the illegal salvage activities. The looting has been criticized by the British Ministry of Defence, and reports indicate that scavengers targeted valuable fixtures from the wrecks.

Indonesian maid allegedly chained by her employer rescued by public from Kajang flat unit

A woman believed to be a foreign domestic worker was rescued by the public in Selangor, Malaysia, after allegedly being chained by her employer. The incident occurred when residents heard her screams and followed them to a locked house. The police entered forcefully and found the woman weak and chained in the bathroom. The case is being investigated under the charge of wrongful confinement.

China scammer uses AI to pose as man’s friend, steal millions

A Chinese scammer utilized AI to impersonate a trusted friend and swindle millions of yuan from a businessman. The fraudster employed smart AI technology to alter their appearance and voice, successfully convincing the victim to transfer 4.3 million yuan. The scam highlights the potential dangers associated with advanced AI technology and the need for regulation.

JB High Court spares 19-yr-old dog abuser from public caning

The Malaysian High Court dismissed the public caning sentence for Braden Yap Hong Sheng, a 19-year-old guilty of setting a stray dog on fire. Yap now only faces a one-year good behaviour bond after the court cited a potential risk of injury due to Yap’s existing hand fracture.

Singapore Police warns on new phishing scams with fake ScamShield App as bait

The Singapore Police Force has issued a warning about a new phishing scam involving a fraudulent ScamShield App. A victim named Mr. Jiang shared his experience, nearly losing his savings. After encountering an advertisement for otah on Facebook, he placed an order but was instructed to download an app and make a deposit. Realizing something was wrong, he tried to delete the app but couldn’t. Later, a scammer posing as a bank staff member convinced him to download a fake ScamShield App, resulting in unauthorized transactions of S$70,000. The police advise caution and not to download suspicious applications.

Singapore executes second man within three weeks amidst global protest

Singapore executed Muhammad Faizal Mohd Shariff, its second execution in three weeks, amidst global outcry over its stringent anti-narcotics laws. Faizal, a part of a group alleging racial bias in capital punishment, was represented by rights lawyer M Ravi, who voiced concerns over the disproportionate execution rates against Malays. Despite international criticism, Singapore’s government maintains that the death penalty effectively curbs drug-related crimes.