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Authorities have dismantled a significant passport-forging operation in Kuala Lumpur, apprehending the believed leader alongside two accomplices. The Immigration Department's director-general confirmed the arrests mark progress against organised document fraud.
Malaysian immigration authorities have dismantled a passport forgery operation, detaining three Indonesian suspects and recovering 119 fraudulent documents during raids across Kuala Lumpur.
The Alliance For A Safe Community has demanded a comprehensive security review at KLIA after a Malaysian pilot was arrested in Jakarta for allegedly attempting to smuggle 25 kilogrammes of drugs, raising questions about screening procedures.
Malaysian police have arrested 13 suspected drug couriers and confiscated nearly RM21.3 million worth of cannabis and cocaine in an intensified crackdown at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
King Sultan Ibrahim has extended Warriors' Day greetings to members of the Malaysian Armed Forces and Royal Malaysia Police, praising their sacrifices and commitment to national defence. He will miss the parade due to medical treatment.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has urged Malaysians to honour the sacrifices of national heroes during the 2026 Warriors' Day celebration, emphasising their contributions to the nation's peace and prosperity.
The Sultan and Tengku Ampuan of Pahang have issued a special Warriors' Day tribute to Malaysia's security forces, acknowledging their sacrifices in defending the nation's sovereignty, independence, and prosperity.
The Royal Malaysia Police launched a 500-page book documenting its experiences across 13 UN peacekeeping missions, showcasing Malaysia's evolution into an internationally respected policing entity and its humanitarian contributions globally.
Malaysian authorities have arrested a dozen police personnel, including senior ranks, for allegedly attempting to extort RM2 million from a Chinese national. The case highlights internal discipline challenges within law enforcement.
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah joined Selangor's Warriors Day commemoration at Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque, attending religious observances honouring the sacrifices of the nation's security forces.
Kedah authorities have shut down a love scam operation preying on Japanese victims, leading to the arrest of seven foreign nationals. The syndicate operated a sophisticated call centre scheme defrauding victims of substantial sums.
Malaysia's top police leadership has flagged a concerning shift in how extremist organisations are enlisting new members, moving away from traditional religious circles toward digital spaces including gaming platforms.
Malaysian police have established connections between a 23-year-old arrested in Sri Lanka for cocaine smuggling and an organized international drug trafficking syndicate, marking a significant development in regional drug enforcement efforts.
Allianz Malaysia and the road safety marshal association conducted their ninth annual women's street crime awareness campaign in Selangor, training 200 women in personal safety, self-defence, and emergency preparedness while fostering community advocates.
Two Malaysians arrested separately at Hong Kong International Airport within days have exposed how international drug syndicates continue to exploit Malaysian nationals as couriers, raising fresh concerns among regional law enforcement.
Sultan Nazrin Shah inaugurated the Sultan Nazrin Shah 69 Commando Camp in Ulu Kinta, Perak on July 7, marking completion of a RM206 million facility for Malaysia's elite counter-terrorism unit.
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency has arrested two brothers attempting to smuggle over RM6.85 million worth of a synthetic drug called 'Piu Piu' by sea to a neighbouring country, marking a significant enforcement victory.