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Melaka Police Dismantle Online Investment Scam Call Centre

MELAKA, June 12  -- The police dismantled a 'call centre' syndicate suspected of being involved in a non-existent online investment scam with the arrest of 12 individuals in two raids at Taman Krubong Perdana here early on Wednesday morning. Acting Melaka Tengah district police chief Supt Halim Abas said that those detained comprised 10 male Chinese nationals, in addition to a local man and woman, all aged between 23 and 47 years. "In the first raid at 2.30 am, a team from the Melaka Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) arrested six individuals, consisting of five male Chinese nationals and one local man, all aged between 23 and 43 years. "Meanwhile, the second raid at 3 am led to the arrest of five more male Chinese nationals and a local woman, all aged between 27 and 47 years," he said at a press conference at the Melaka contingent police headquarters (IPK) here today. Commenting further, Halim said that the results of the social media analysis experts' review found that both syndicates engaged in online investment fraud activities that do not exist and are suspected of targeting Chinese citizens through digital platforms. It was said that the investigation found that both syndicates had started operating since early June and were using the MiChat application to communicate with the victims. The investigation results also found that all the suspects acted as customer service representatives who contacted target customers and provided explanations about online investments that could be accessed through the given link. "Interested victims would choose the offered investment and make payments managed by other syndicate members who are still at large," he said. Halim said that in the raid, the police also seized 12 sets of monitors, mouses and keyboards, 12 CPU units, 12 mobile phones, as well as two sets of modems and routers worth approximately RM40,000, which were believed to be used for conducting the activities. He said the investigation was conducted under Section 420 of the Penal Code read together with Section 120B of the Penal Code and Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63, and all suspects have been remanded from June 10 to June 23. He also advised the public to be more cautious before making any money transfer transactions and to check with the bank or police if they feel suspicious about any financial dealings. "The public is also advised to check phone numbers and account numbers through the Semak Mule website before making any transactions, and to immediately contact the bank or the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) at 997 if they fall victim to cyber fraud," he added. -- BERNAMA

MELAKA, June 12  — The police dismantled a ‘call centre’ syndicate suspected of being involved in a non-existent online investment scam with the arrest of 12 individuals in two raids at Taman Krubong Perdana here early on Wednesday morning. Acting Melaka Tengah district police chief Supt Halim Abas said that those detained comprised 10 male […]

Melaka state election after Johor, Negeri Sembilan state elections – Ab Rauf

ALOR GAJAH: Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh hinted that the State Election (PRN) will only be held after the Johor and Negeri Sembilan PRNs are completed. He said the situation in Johor and Negeri Sembilan was different from that in Melaka, which did not require the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) to be dissolved in the near future. The Melaka State Legislative Assembly term expires on Dec 30. "We (Barisan Nasional) will continue to carry out government affairs to look after the people's affairs until a date to be officially announced." "We are not participating in either Johor or Negeri Sembilan and we will send machinery to assist in the state elections in both states," he said when met by reporters at a thanksgiving ceremony in conjunction with his return from performing the hajj at his residence in Kampung Pulau here, tonight. Ab Rauf said he would also examine the results of the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections before thinking of a suitable date to dissolve the state assembly. The Chief Minister stressed that he was not pressured by any party urging Melaka to also dissolve the state assembly, as happened in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. However, he did not rule out any possibility regarding the future of the Melaka State Legislative Assembly, describing politics as "an art with 1,001 possibilities". The Melaka state election held in 2021 saw Barisan Nasional (BN) form the state government after winning 21 seats, while Pakatan Harapan (PH) won five seats and Perikatan Nasional (PN) won two seats. The Negeri Sembilan state assembly was dissolved today while Johor's was dissolved on June 1. -- BERNAMA

ALOR GAJAH: Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh hinted that the State Election (PRN) will only be held after the Johor and Negeri Sembilan PRNs are completed. He said the situation in Johor and Negeri Sembilan was different from that in Melaka, which did not require the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) to be […]

Teenager Allegedly Under Influence Of Musrooom Vape Slashes Neck, Wrists

MELAKA, May 28 -- A 14-year-old girl, believed to be under the influence of 'mushroom’ vape, slashed her neck and wrists after being stopped by her adoptive mother from meeting her 17-year-old boyfriend at a house in Jonker Walk, Banda Hilir here. Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said that in the 10.33 pm incident on Sunday (May 24), the victim, upon being prevented from meeting her boyfriend by her 49-year-old adoptive mother, went into a bedroom on the first floor of the house, before injuring herself with a knife. "The victim was taken to the Melaka Hospital and her condition is reported to be stable,” he said in a statement today. Dzulkhairi said investigations also found that the teenager, who is no longer in school, began to be influenced by the use of the vape after being introduced to it by her boyfriend, a Form Four student, in February. "Investigations are still being conducted on all individuals involved, including the adoptive mother and residents of the house aged between 14 and 17. "The case is being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 because it is believed that there was an element of negligence or neglect towards the victim,” he said. The media reported on Tuesday (May 26) that the victim was receiving treatment at the Melaka Hospital after being found with slash wounds on her neck at a house in Banda Hilir. -- BERNAMA

MELAKA, May 28 — A 14-year-old girl, believed to be under the influence of ‘mushroom’ vape, slashed her neck and wrists after being stopped by her adoptive mother from meeting her 17-year-old boyfriend at a house in Jonker Walk, Banda Hilir here. Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said that in the 10.33 pm incident […]

Police Resubmit Investigation Paper On Fatal Durian Tunggal Shooting To AGC

KAJANG, May 26 -- The investigation paper into a shooting that left three men dead in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, in November last year has been resubmitted to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC). Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M. Kumar said the investigation team had completed several additional directives requested by the prosecution, adding that the paper had already been referred to the AGC four times previously for guidance. "All AGC directives have been acted upon, and the latest investigation paper was submitted yesterday for further direction and advice. We have recorded statements from 63 witnesses to complete it," he told a press conference at the Kajang District Police Headquarters today. On the AGC's additional directives, Kumar said these included re-recording statements from several witnesses to clarify specific facts in the case. On Nov 24, 2025, three men aged between 24 and 29 were shot dead after one of them allegedly swung a parang at a police corporal at an oil palm plantation in Durian Tunggal at around 4 am. The police officer, in his early 30s, sustained serious injuries to his left arm. ​-- BERNAMA

KAJANG, May 26 — The investigation paper into a shooting that left three men dead in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, in November last year has been resubmitted to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC). Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M. Kumar said the investigation team had completed several additional directives requested by the prosecution, adding […]

RM5 Mln Set Aside For Rhythm Programme This Year

MELAKA, May 23 -- The government has approved a RM5 million allocation under the 2026 Budget initiative to implement the Ritma Kehidupan Harmoni (Rythm) Programme nationwide this year. Social Welfare Department (JKM) director-general Datuk Che Murad Sayang Ramjan said the programme includes 133 Healthy Elderly programmes and 133 therapy programmes for persons with disabilities (PwDs), expected to benefit 13,300 senior citizens and PwDs this year. He said the initiative also includes six zonal training series involving 2,900 participants. “The Rythm Programme aims to improve the wellbeing of the elderly and PwDs through health and therapy programmes at Senior Citizens Activity Centres (PAWE), Community-Based Rehabilitation Centres (PDK) and Welfare Department institutions nationwide. “It also focuses on social wellbeing, holistic care and strengthening intergenerational ties to build a more caring and inclusive community,” he told reporters here today. Earlier, he officiated the Southern Zone Basic Care Seminar for the Elderly and PwDs held in conjunction with the programme, which was also attended by Melaka Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Datuk Kalsom Nordin. Che Murad said the programme involves strategic collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), particularly in youth volunteerism and welfare activities. He said the initiative not only nurtures compassion and volunteerism among youths, but also strengthens community support for the elderly and PwDs. “It also serves as a platform to unite communities across generations, strengthen social support networks and build a more caring and inclusive society,” he said. For the southern zone covering Melaka, Negeri Sembilan and Johor, he said JKM had implemented 12 of the 13 targeted programmes under the first phase, with plans to expand the initiative to the central, northern, eastern, Sabah and Sarawak zones. “So far, the programme in the southern zone has benefited 608 elderly individuals, with the involvement of 438 youth volunteers,” he added. -- BERNAMA

MELAKA, May 23 — The government has approved a RM5 million allocation under the 2026 Budget initiative to implement the Ritma Kehidupan Harmoni (Rythm) Programme nationwide this year. Social Welfare Department (JKM) director-general Datuk Che Murad Sayang Ramjan said the programme includes 133 Healthy Elderly programmes and 133 therapy programmes for persons with disabilities (PwDs), […]

Hasrat MADANI Programme Will Be Expanded To Various Locations Nationwide

MELAKA, May 9 2026 — The Hasrat MADANI programme will continue in various locations nationwide as a community unification platform through various community activities including wayang pacak (outdoor movie) screenings. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the relaxed and people-friendly programme will be strengthened with the collaboration of various agencies including the National Film Development […]

UMNO To Remain In Negeri Sembilan Unity Government – Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 -- UMNO has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said the party’s national leadership has finalised the position of all 14 UMNO assemblymen in Negeri Sembilan to continue backing the existing state government. “We have no intention of becoming the opposition. UMNO at the national level has decided that all 14 assemblymen in Negeri Sembilan will remain part of the Unity Government,” he told reporters after the Kami Gen MARA Gathering here today. Ahmad Zahid said this in response to speculation over the party’s position in the state, adding that UMNO has not discussed any proposal to appoint a Menteri Besar from its ranks. On preparations for possible snap elections in Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Johor, he said all component parties have begun groundwork to ensure readiness, but it is still too early to identify potential candidates. Commenting on a proposal by economists to make Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) the core of a dedicated ministry for Bumiputera development, Ahmad Zahid said the idea has never been considered. “It has never been our intention, even if it is a proposal. MARA will remain, for now, as a key agency under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development,” he said. He added that strengthening the Bumiputera agenda through MARA is in line with Article 153 of the Federal Constitution and the social contract, aimed at improving the community’s wellbeing without neglecting the interests of other groups. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — UMNO has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said the party’s national leadership has finalised the position of all 14 UMNO assemblymen in Negeri […]