Police launch internal probe into officer accused of lewd gesture during rights protest in KL Posted on December 16, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — The Royal Malaysia Police Malaysia (PDRM) is conducting an internal investigation against a member of the force who allegedly made an obscene gesture towards a woman during a protest in the capital on Friday. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said his team has identified the police officer who is currently serving in the Kuala Lumpur area. “The investigation has begun even though police have not received any report in relation to the incident,” he said when contacted here today. Earlier, a post went viral on social media platform Instagram by a woman who alleged that a police officer made lewd gestures towards her while she was taking photographs during a human rights protest here. The woman also claimed that the gesture directed at her was repeated several times by the police officer to ensure it could be seen. — Bernama News
Elderly man dies after being crushed by falling mangosteen tree in Bentong orchard Posted on December 17, 2024 KUANTAN, Dec 16 — An elderly man was found dead after being crushed by a fallen tree in his orchard in Jalan Teras, Bentong today. The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) in a statement said that they received an emergency call about the incident involving Lee Pik Chee, 67, at… Read More
Wisma Putra: Govt monitors safety of 42 Malaysians in Syria, ensures consular support Posted on December 9, 2024 PUTRAJAYA, Dec 8 — Malaysia is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria and its potential implications for regional stability. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry stated that, through the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria, it is actively communicating with Malaysians in Syria. “As of now, all 37 registered… Read More
After Bangladesh’s extradition request, Malaysia’s Bestinet and founder deny claims of human trafficking of migrant workers Posted on November 6, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 – Local firm Bestinet Sdn Bhd and its founder Datuk Seri Aminul Islam today denied any claims or implications linking them to human trafficking or money laundering allegations relating to foreign worker recruitment, also denying being part of any illegal practices or misconduct. The denial was… Read More