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Kedah police have dismantled a sophisticated online romance scam network that preyed on Japanese nationals, arresting seven foreign operatives running the illicit call centre operation.
Three women, including two underage girls, face dangerous riding charges after performing viral 'Superman' motorcycle stunts on a busy highway in Kuantan. The incident on July 16 has sparked renewed concern about reckless road behaviour.
A fatal police shooting in Madison, Wisconsin has ignited public outcry after officers killed a knife-wielding man during an arrest. Video footage of the confrontation has intensified scrutiny of law enforcement tactics.
Police have arrested eleven individuals allegedly connected to the 'Geng Vinod' organised crime group. Their apprehension has helped close the investigation into 21 robbery incidents across Selangor, marking a significant breakthrough in tackling gang-related criminal activity in the state.
Cambodia has dismantled more than 200 online scam operations across Banteay Meanchey province over seven months, detaining tens of thousands of foreigners. However, authorities admit Poipet town remains a persistent hub for fraud activities despite intensified enforcement efforts.
Indonesia has clarified that its arrest and deportation of Palestinian national Abdul Karim Raed Miqdad on July 16-17 were based on a valid Interpol Red Notice issued by Cypriot authorities, not activism. The 41-year-old businessman faces terrorism charges in Cyprus.
Ho Chi Minh City police have dismantled a sophisticated network trafficking etomidate-laced vapes, arresting 49 suspects including foreign nationals. Officers seized 1,670 pods and significant quantities of ketamine and methamphetamine in the operation.
Malaysian authorities have arrested a foreign national at Miri airport on suspicion of involvement in an ATM skimming scheme targeting Brunei. The suspect is accused of installing card-reading devices at automated teller machines.
A man freed from captivity after a RM7 million ransom demand now faces arrest under preventive detention laws. Police investigations revealed probable ties to organised drug trafficking operations.
Johor Bahru police have arrested eight people in connection with a synthetic drug distribution network. The operation included a 16-year-old who allegedly used his grandfather's car as a mobile distribution point.
Authorities arrested multiple suspects in a GOF operation, including a man with six previous drug offences on his record, signalling intensified enforcement against trafficking networks.
Delhi Police have filed 10 cases connected to the Cockroach Janta Party's protest march toward Parliament, while dismissing social media claims of renewed clashes at the demonstration site.
Nine Chinese citizens appeared in court in Balik Pulau on charges related to an alleged romance scam network. The group faces criminal conspiracy charges in connection with the illicit operation targeting victims.
Police in Tumpat arrested a 32-year-old driver who rammed a General Operations Force vehicle during an evasion attempt. Authorities recovered an air rifle and ball bearings from the suspect's vehicle.
A Balik Pulau resident was detained after threatening a traffic officer who had impounded a motorcycle being operated by his child. The incident highlights tensions between enforcement officials and members of the public.
A Singapore Armed Forces captain has been charged with possessing sexually explicit child abuse materials and obscene films. The 26-year-old was suspended from duties following the allegations.
A former soldier in Kangar has been charged with five counts relating to the unauthorised possession of firearms, replica weapons, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition discovered early this month.
Authorities in Kuantan have dismantled a sophisticated call centre operation responsible for defrauding American residents. Sixteen suspects, predominantly foreign nationals, have been taken into custody.
Police in Johor Baru swiftly arrested a 48-year-old man suspected of trespassing into a residential property in Kampung Melayu Majidee, completing the arrest within 20 minutes of receiving the alert.
Sarawak Customs successfully prevented a major drug trafficking operation at Kuching International Airport, apprehending two suspects carrying narcotics valued at RM1.32 million during an inspection on July 9.
A Kelantan police station chief has been remanded for seven days while Malaysia's anti-corruption agency probes allegations involving a RM500 bribe, marking fresh scrutiny of law enforcement integrity in the state.
Police in Kelantan have arrested a station chief on suspicion of accepting a RM500 bribe from a UNHCR card holder. The arrest signals renewed enforcement against corruption within the Royal Malaysian Police.
Southeast Asian governments tackle diverse challenges from school enrollment declines to cross-border security threats, while digital adoption surges across the region.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a police station chief in Kelantan on suspicion of bribery involving approximately RM1,000, underscoring ongoing integrity concerns within the state's law enforcement establishment.
Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim is pushing authorities to launch a thorough investigation following a police operation that freed a Cameroonian woman from trafficking in Bukit Mertajam, raising concerns about the scope of the criminal network.
Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim has demanded a thorough investigation into a human trafficking operation uncovered in Berapit, urging authorities to pursue all perpetrators including organisers.
Authorities in Kelantan arrested three individuals for keeping two Asian palm civet cubs without valid permits during a late-night roadblock enforcement operation in Tanah Merah.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is attempting to locate a 41-year-old man to ensure his attendance at a forfeiture hearing scheduled for August 20 at the Kuala Lumpur Criminal Sessions Court.
Police in Melaka have arrested a couple attempting to smuggle tobacco into the state prison via drone. Investigators believe the operation involved coordination with someone already incarcerated.
Malaysian police suspect a 19-year-old from Sarawak was recruited by drug traffickers to transport cannabis through Hong Kong. The teen was detained at the airport with an alleged 3kg haul.
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur have initiated a formal investigation into a childcare centre operating in Kuah, Langkawi, after receiving reports of serious mistreatment allegedly involving food deprivation and child confinement.
Six men have been charged in Shah Alam Sessions Court with illegally possessing more than six tonnes of subsidised cooking oil without a valid licence, highlighting ongoing enforcement challenges in Malaysia's food subsidy system.
Malaysia's maritime agency has captured contraband and illegal vessels valued at RM2.29 billion while arresting 516 suspects in the first half of 2024, signalling intensified efforts to protect national waters from smuggling and cross-border crime.
Thai police say a Norwegian man accused of financing a boxing camp used to traffic minors for sexual exploitation died of natural causes before the investigation began. A 28-year-old camp manager was arrested following a raid.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has removed 457,562 pieces of online gambling content since January 2025, with service providers blocking 1,778 websites following MCMC requests and enforcement agency referrals.
Authorities in Perak have apprehended 18 Chinese nationals across simultaneous operations near Ipoh, breaking up what police believe is a sophisticated online fraud network targeting victims across multiple jurisdictions.
Authorities in Rawang have apprehended a man suspected of launching a violent assault on two neighbours using a sharp weapon following an alcohol-fuelled altercation at a residential home in Kampung Baru Kundang.
Klang police have detained a 46-year-old man accused of threatening to shoot an assistant environmental health officer from the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency in a significant escalation affecting agency personnel safety.
French authorities arrested more than 160 people across Paris and Lyon following violent disturbances that erupted after Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal, with clashes centred on firework attacks against police.
Malaysia's Deputy Home Minister has stressed that the police force conducts investigations into high-profile cases impartially, regardless of the political standing or connections of those involved.
Indonesian President Prabowo's prominent anti-corruption drive is being tested by a high-profile investigation into a former top prosecutor, raising questions about institutional impartiality and whether powerful officials truly face equal accountability.
Japanese authorities have arrested nine individuals suspected of running an illegal payment system that facilitated online casino gambling from within Japan. The operation reportedly moved 340 billion yen in customer funds.
Malaysia's police have escalated efforts to apprehend fugitive businessman Tamim Dahri by requesting an Interpol Red Notice after he failed to attend a scheduled court hearing, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail announced.
Authorities have arrested two men and confiscated 100 boxes of suspected illegal liquor during an interstate enforcement operation. The suspects were caught mid-transfer between a lorry and car.
A 65-year-old man has been charged in Perlis with trafficking 39.9 litres of fentanyl, one of Malaysia's largest synthetic opioid seizures, underscoring escalating concerns over dangerous drug trafficking.
Police have captured a robbery suspect in Kajang after a two-year manhunt, concluding an extended investigation into a gang robbery at a residential property.
South Korean police faced harsh criticism after surveillance video revealed officers came within two metres of a blood-covered murder suspect in Gyeongsan but failed to apprehend him. The 24-year-old man later killed himself while in custody.
A 36-year-old Melaka trader faces serious charges after his arrest for allegedly molesting ten boys and sexually assaulting one victim over a three-month period beginning in March.
A 35-year-old tow truck worker has been arrested following the discovery of 6,000 yaba pills valued at RM60,000 in a vehicle during a police operation near Wakaf Bharu in Kelantan.
New South Wales police have arrested 356 people during a three-day enforcement operation targeting violent and sexual crime on public transport, bringing total arrests under the initiative to over 1,800 since its 2024 launch.
A 23-year-old man in southwestern China has been detained for skydiving from a high-rise residential building without official permission. He performed the stunt to boost his social media following and faces administrative detention of up to 15 days.
Police in Tawau have arrested two women following a physical altercation at a restaurant in the Bandar Fajar area. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the brawl.
Kelantan police arrested a 29-year-old man following a pursuit in Kampung Pulau Panjang, discovering 400,000 sticks of smuggled cigarettes valued at RM813,000 in his vehicle.
Police in Cyberjaya arrested a university student during a raid on an apartment allegedly operating as a prostitution premises. The student reportedly turned to the activity to generate income during her semester break.
Philippine authorities arrested a 72-year-old Canadian man in Laguna following an alert from Canadian law enforcement regarding his documented history of child sexual offenses across multiple countries.
Southeast Asian nations advance infrastructure and governance. India partners with Cambodia on rural projects. Indonesia expands Bali's air hub. Myanmar inaugurates solar and airport facilities. Thailand intensifies foreign ownership and trafficking probes.
Police have arrested a 20-year-old driver who forced his Mercedes through a roadblock after displaying nervous behaviour. The man faces charges for disobeying lawful police orders.
A 22-year-old part-time driver was arrested at Rantau Panjang after police discovered 700kg of suspected smuggled durians in his vehicle during a nighttime operation.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen 14 bank accounts totalling RM1.1 million as part of an ongoing investigation into corruption within the immigration sector, targeting both corporate and individual suspects.
Malaysian police seized RM6.19 million in frozen pork products lacking proper import permits during a Miri warehouse raid, arresting a 26-year-old suspect. The operation reflects intensified enforcement against illegal food imports.
Penang police are stepping up enforcement efforts targeting illegal gambling operations as the FIFA World Cup reaches its concluding matches. The move comes after 31 arrests across the state.
Eight men face federal charges for allegedly conspiring to attack a UFC event held at the White House during President Trump's 80th birthday celebration in June. Prosecutors say the suspects planned to use explosive drones and snipers.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has issued an arrest warrant for former immigration officer Megat Khairul Anuar Sulaiman following multiple court no-shows, intensifying scrutiny of alleged misconduct within the agency.
Singapore police have arrested a 40-year-old man suspected of making anonymous bomb threats against Parliament House and the Home Team Science and Technology Agency, highlighting ongoing security concerns across the region.
Malaysian authorities have confiscated 718.43kg of vape products containing prohibited substances between 2023 and June 2024, resulting in 585 arrests. The surge reflects growing youth-targeted trafficking through online channels.
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Malaysia's Social Welfare Department has issued a stern warning against publishing children's identities on digital platforms, emphasizing legal consequences and the psychological impact on young people.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a Mexican national during an early morning confrontation in the US. The man allegedly rammed an agents' vehicle before being shot, prompting federal investigations.
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Malaysian authorities have dismantled a major illegal cryptocurrency mining operation, seizing over 75,000 machines in more than 3,000 coordinated raids since 2022 and arresting 629 suspects nationwide.
Malaysian authorities have dismantled illegal cryptocurrency mining operations nationwide, confiscating 75,578 machines and arresting 629 individuals through 3,049 raids since January 2022.
Singapore authorities arrested 17 people across coordinated raids targeting unlawful gambling networks, recovering more than S$720,000 in cash and electronic devices in an enforcement push ahead of major sporting events.
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Perak police have recovered 208 live ammunition rounds and firearm-like objects during coordinated raids in Sitiawan, leading to the detention of a suspect linked to weapons trafficking activities.
Kuala Lumpur police conducted a pre-dawn raid on an unregistered betting call centre in Sentul's Taman Wahyu neighbourhood, leading to the arrest of 34 individuals involved in illegal World Cup wagering operations. The enforcement action highlights ongoing efforts to curb underground gambling networks.
A 55-year-old man was tasered and arrested in Singapore's Bedok North after refusing to drop a saw and comply with police commands. He faces multiple charges including public nuisance and drug-related offences.
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A Kuala Lumpur businessman appeared in Sessions Court facing charges of membership in the Geng RT6 organised crime group, allegedly active in the Sentul area since 2020, as authorities intensify enforcement against criminal syndicates.
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Five officers at Taiping Prison in Perak have been charged with causing injury to three inmates through alleged assaults involving batons. The case highlights ongoing concerns about prison discipline and inmate treatment in Malaysia.
Singapore police and cryptocurrency exchanges prevented losses exceeding S$2.9 million in June, protecting more than 130 scam victims through coordinated investigative efforts and blockchain analysis.
American law enforcement agencies have confiscated over 600 drones from restricted zones across all 11 US host cities of the FIFA World Cup since the tournament's start, marking an unprecedented security operation for the expanded 48-team event.
Authorities in Shah Alam have detained a college staff member accused of sexually assaulting and sodomising two teenage students. The arrest comes following investigations into multiple allegations of child abuse.
A South Korean police officer from Gyeonggi province faces investigation after security detected live ammunition in his possession at Jeju Airport. The incident highlights lapses in firearms protocol among law enforcement.
South Korean authorities have requested an arrest warrant for an octogenarian accused of stabbing two people at a beauty salon in Geoje. The suspect claims dissatisfaction with his haircut motivated the assault.
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The Malaysian Prisons Department has pledged zero tolerance for misconduct following charges against five warders in Perak, underscoring heightened internal scrutiny and disciplinary measures.
The US Supreme Court has ruled that law enforcement cannot conduct sweeping searches of cellphone location data without constitutional safeguards, marking a significant privacy victory against dragnet surveillance tactics.
A businessman appeared in Sessions Court charged with membership in Geng RT6, an organised criminal syndicate. He is the 12th person charged in connection with the gang, signalling continuing law enforcement action against the group.
Singapore police have arrested 230 people—including a teenager—in a fortnight-long operation targeting elaborate scam networks that defrauded victims of approximately S$9 million across multiple fraud schemes.
The Royal Malaysia Police has broadened its character and discipline programme into primary schools across Kuala Lumpur, extending an initiative previously limited to secondary institutions.
A Singapore Traffic Police officer has been sentenced to 16 months imprisonment for unlawfully accessing government databases and disclosing details of a woman who reported his friend to authorities.
Australian authorities have charged a French woman residing in Perth with importing a dangerous border-controlled substance from Thailand. The 31-year-old was intercepted at Perth International Airport with butanediol concealed in a body wash container.
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Police have arrested seven individuals, including the alleged ringleader, in connection with an organized lorry theft operation that has resulted in RM1.23 million in cargo losses. The network allegedly specialized in stealing bonded goods.
Malaysian police have dismantled a organized bonded lorry theft ring operating across four states, arresting seven suspects during a coordinated special operation targeting the interstate smuggling network.
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Pahang police have arrested a couple suspected of operating as drug couriers for East Coast syndicates, recovering narcotics valued at more than RM728,000 in the operation.
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Malaysian police arrested 135 drivers for drug-impaired driving in a highway enforcement campaign. Commercial vehicle operators accounted for nearly 90 per cent of the arrests, raising concerns about road safety in the transport sector.
A senior MACC officer has been selected to attend the 299th session of the FBI National Academy training in the United States, representing Malaysia's commitment to strengthening anti-corruption capabilities.
A Penang magistrate has rejected a police request to extend remand for three foreign men implicated in World Cup betting operations. The trio now remain under immigration custody.
Malaysia's forthcoming Cybercrimes Bill 2026 will exceed international cybercrime treaty obligations, introducing broader offences tailored to the country's legal framework and enforcement capabilities.
Malaysia's Cyber Consumer Association has thrown its weight behind the Cyber Crime Bill 2026, arguing that swift law enforcement powers are essential to counter rapidly evolving digital threats while maintaining judicial oversight.
A German shepherd police dog in Yunnan, China, stopped eating and repeatedly searched for its handler after the officer fell during a narcotics operation. Their reunion video garnered over 10 million views, sparking conversation about China's police dog programme.
A 36-year-old Singapore doctor has been convicted of consuming MDMA following a police raid on a Sentosa hotel villa in August 2023 where 49 men were arrested. The court rejected his defence that his drink was spiked.
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Malaysian authorities have arrested more than 45,000 individuals in a sustained campaign against online fraud since 2023, with police investigating over 165,000 cases as cybercriminals increasingly target regional victims.
Malaysian parliamentarians from both government and opposition have united in backing amendments to strengthen protections against child sexual abuse, calling for international cooperation, specialist task forces, and comprehensive victim support.
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Police arrested a teenager in Kota Bharu following a wildlife raid in which authorities seized protected animals including a red eagle valued at RM20,000, owls and musang pandan specimens.
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Police arrested two suspected drug traffickers following a high-speed pursuit along Jalan Kuching in Kuala Lumpur on June 28, resulting in a multi-vehicle pile-up and the seizure of suspected heroin.
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Selangor authorities have successfully dismantled a sophisticated document forgery ring, apprehending a suspected mastermind. The operation reveals the scale of fraudulent document production affecting immigration and identity verification systems.
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Johor police have arrested six 17-year-old male students for questioning over allegations of bullying directed at a 14-year-old student in Muar. The arrests mark fresh official action on campus violence.
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Police in Mukah have arrested four men and confiscated roosters along with gambling equipment during an enforcement operation against illegal cockfighting, signalling intensified efforts to combat the underground activity.
Police conducted three coordinated raids in Cheras on June 20, dismantling a major drug trafficking operation and preventing what authorities believe was an attempt to saturate the local market with controlled substances.
Authorities have arrested nine individuals, including foreign nationals, following a coordinated raid on a Felda plantation targeting illegal bauxite extraction operations. The General Operations Force seized RM3.75 million in assets during the enforcement action.
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Security forces have arrested nine people and shut down an illegal bauxite extraction operation valued at RM3.75 million discovered within a Felda plantation in Pahang, signalling intensified enforcement against mining crimes.
The Federal Court will announce its decision on whether to allow Datuk Mohd Isa Abdul Samad to review its ruling that reinstated his six-year corruption sentence and RM15.45 million fine, with the verdict expected following Friday prayers.
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An Ipoh Sessions Court devoted two full hours to reading 146 corruption charges against a former government engineer, illustrating the scale and complexity of an ongoing graft investigation.
The long-delayed Pahang police headquarters project at Kuantan's Sultan Ahmad Shah Administrative Centre has overcome land-related obstacles and will resume construction. The facility upgrade is expected to modernise law enforcement infrastructure in the state.
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A man has died after allegedly jumping from a flyover during a police chase on the North-South Expressway in Kuala Lumpur. Two other suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Singapore's Traffic Police charged 41 drivers with drink-driving offences in a single day, including repeat offenders and three motorists who allegedly dozed off behind the wheel while intoxicated, drawing renewed warnings about road safety.
Kuala Lumpur's police force has recorded a marked reduction in cable theft cases, documenting just 71 incidents from January through May against elevated 2025 numbers, with 85 suspects apprehended.
A Kuala Lumpur man faces arrest following allegations that he repeatedly raped his teenage daughter over a five-year period, with the victim's pregnancy exposing the prolonged abuse.
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Police and Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living conducted a coordinated operation in Miri, confiscating over 5,000 litres of diesel and apprehending two suspects linked to the illicit fuel trade.
Malaysia's incoming cybercrimes bill would give prosecutors sweeping authority to demand internet traffic data and private communications from service providers when deemed relevant to criminal investigations.
Police have initiated two separate investigations into allegations of abuse affecting residents at an elderly care centre in Sungai Petani, following reports of injuries sustained at the facility.
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The Royal Malaysia Police has initiated disciplinary proceedings against an officer whose conduct became the subject of viral content in China. The Inspector-General has reinforced the force's commitment to holding all personnel to stringent professional standards.
Tab Baldwin, former head coach of Ateneo de Manila University's men's basketball team, finally appeared before the National Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday after missing two earlier scheduled sessions in connection with the deaths of two student-athletes.
A 59-year-old man in Singapore has been sentenced to 12 weeks' jail after pleading guilty to molestation and indecent exposure. He touched a woman's thigh at a supermarket, then exposed himself to a female police officer during a body search at the station.
US authorities have arrested two additional suspects connected to a purported conspiracy to attack the White House during a planned mixed martial arts event featuring President Trump.
Authorities in Selangor have apprehended an e-hailing driver on suspicion of physically attacking his former spouse outside a police station facility in the Kajang area.
Sixteen motorists face arrest and 260 motorcycles confiscated following a weekend enforcement drive against illegal street racing in Iskandar Puteri, Johor.
Police have arrested 39 wanted individuals across Selangor in a four-day enforcement operation. The crackdown targeted serious criminals, with 34 nabbed for violent and property offences and five detained under security legislation.
Police arrested 349 individuals across Selangor in a coordinated four-day operation, including five people wanted under security offences legislation. The sweep targeted organized crime networks and fugitives.
The General Operations Force arrested four men and one woman during a raid targeting an illegal sawmill in Gua Musang, with authorities recovering RM1.69 million in assets from the month-old operation.
Vietnamese police have charged four people, including a Chinese national, for plotting to relocate an online scam operation from Cambodia to Vietnam. The scheme was detected before it became operational.
ASEAN police forces are intensifying surveillance and cross-border cooperation to tackle a surge in transnational online scam operations that are migrating to new havens across Southeast Asia.
A Bukit Mertajam magistrates court has convicted five Chinese citizens and one Taiwanese national of orchestrating online romance fraud targeting their compatriots, with each defendant fined RM9,000 upon guilty pleas.
The Royal Malaysia Police will station 11,926 personnel across five operational phases to maintain security during the Johor State Election, supplemented by federal law enforcement units.
Relatives of three men shot dead by police in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, are pressing for a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigation, alleging improper handling and potential cover-up of the incident.
Relatives of three men killed in a police shooting in Melaka's Durian Tunggal have appealed to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to launch an independent investigation into the conduct of the officers responsible.
An elderly Malaysian man has been sent to jail after defaulting on a RM1,000 fine stemming from an assault on a police lance corporal. The incident occurred when the officer requested identification documents during a routine check.
The Royal Brunei Police Force arrested two local women on Sunday in separate operations across Brunei-Muara District on suspicion of involvement in vice-related activities.