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MONDAY | APR 28, 2025

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Change behaviour, football hooligans told

Man held over attempted murder of motorcyclist SHAH ALAM: Police have arrested a man in connection with a deliberate crash involving a motorcyclist along Jalan Dato Yusof Shahbudin 28, Bandar Sentosa, Klang, on Saturday. South Klang police chief ACP Ramli Kasa confirmed that the 37-year-old suspect, who has four prior criminal records, was detained in Klang at 1.15am yesterday. He has been remanded for four days until Wednesday. “An investigation has been opened under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. The case will be referred to the deputy public prosecutor soon.” Ramli said police were alerted at 10.20pm on Saturday about an altercation between a car driver and a motorcyclist, which escalated when the driver allegedly rammed the rider. The incident reportedly began when the 50-year-old motorcyclist sloweddowntoavoidroadbumps.The driver, mistakenly believing the motorcyclist was riding recklessly, honked at him, prompting a chase that led to a confrontation. During the encounter, the motorcyclist allegedly struck the car’s windscreen with his helmet, after which the driver was believed to have rammed into him, dragging the motorcycle under the vehicle. The suspect fled the scene while the injured motorcyclist was rushed to the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital in Klang. He sustained injuries to both legs and shoulders, including a dislocated left shoulder, but is reported to be in stable condition. Ramli urged the public not to circulate videos of the incident to avoid causing unnecessary alarm. – Bernama Masterminds of drug trafficking syndicate nabbed KUALA LUMPUR: Police have seized 75kg of marijuana buds, worth RM2.64 million, in a major bust at a storage hideout in Bukit Changgang, Selangor. The drugs were intended for Europe. A 34-year-old local and a 38-year old Chinese national, arrested in Sepang on Wednesday, are believed to be the masterminds behind the trafficking syndicate. The arrests took place at 5.25am and 6.15am. Federal Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department acting director DCP Mat Zani @ Mohd Salahuddin Che Ali said the drugs were found in 144 plastic packages, weighing 75.51kg, in a rented house. The syndicate had been operating since January, using the house as a storage point for shipments to Europe. The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. Authorities are also checking the Chinese national’s travel documents. Additionally, RM25,327 in cash was seized under the Dangerous Drugs (Forfeiture of Property) Act 1988. Police are also searching for other members of the syndicate. – Bernama

bringing their children to experience the excitement of top-tier football. “This is encouraging,” she said, praising the largely wholesome atmosphere at the event despite the earlier disturbance. In a thrilling finale, JDT defeated Sri Pahang 2-1 to secure the 2024/2025 Malaysia Cup. The victory was historic, making JDT the first club in Malaysian football history to win all three major titles – the Super League, FA Cup and the Malaysia Cup – for three consecutive seasons. Yeoh’s call for improved fan behaviour reflects a broader recognition that football should

unite communities rather than divide them, and that stadiums should be safe spaces for everyone. Separately, Yeoh congratulated former Badminton Association of Malaysia president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria, who was elected to the Badminton World Federation Council (BWF) for the 2025–2029 term at the annual meeting of the BWF in Xiamen, China, on Saturday. “This achievement highlights the recognition of his leadership on the global stage. I wish him all the best and hope he continues to bring pride to Malaysia internationally,” Yeoh said.

o In response to recent fracas, minister says such incidents undermine sporting atmosphere and could make stadiums unsafe

KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has urged a small but disruptive group of football fans to rethink their behaviour, warning that their actions risk alienating families and other supporters from attending future matches. Reacting to the disturbance that marred the build-up to the Malaysia Cup final on Saturday night, Yeoh said such incidents undermine the sporting atmosphere and could make stadiums unsafe. “The Safe Sport Code is designed not only for athletes and coaches, but also for supporters. The purpose is to ensure that everyone can enjoy the game safely.” Yeoh’s remarks followed an altercation involving a small group of fans at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil before the highly anticipated final between Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) and Sri Pahang FC. The disruption cast a shadow over what was meant to be a celebration of Malaysian football. “I urge those who attend matches just to create chaos to reconsider their actions. Their behaviour damages the sport. We want positive narratives that promote football as a source of recreation and stress relief for everyone, including families.” Incidents of violence at football matches have long been a concern in Malaysia, Bernama reported. In 2015, a clash between Selangor and Kedah fans after a Malaysia Cup match resulted in multiple injuries, while in 2018, a brawl between Pahang and Terengganu supporters led to fines and match suspensions.

Such events have prompted calls for greater accountability and stricter enforcement of stadium regulations. The introduction of the Safe Sport Code is part of broader efforts by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) to create a safer, more inclusive environment for all. Yeoh also noted a positive trend of more families attending matches,

Yeoh said the Safe Sport Code is designed not only for athletes and coaches, but also for supporters as the purpose is to ensure that everyone can enjoy the game safely. – SCREENGRAB COURTESY OF BULLETIN MALAYSIA

Police launch murder probe after bodies found in house KUALA LUMPUR: Five witnesses, including neighbours and family members of a woman and her nephew who were found dead in a Semenyih house three days ago, have been called to provide statements in a suspected murder case. have been sent for analysis at the Chemistry Department. Preliminary findings suggest the victims may have been dead for over a week,” he said in a statement yesterday. Rescue Department, police entered the property and found the two motionless on the premises. A medical team later confirmed both had died, reported Bernama. woman had been living with her 25 year-old nephew and had not been seen around the neighbourhood for nearly 10 days.

“The bodies were sent to the Serdang Hospital Forensic Department, where post-mortem examinations concluded at 2.30pm on Saturday. The cause of death was determined to be suffocation.” Naazron urged those with information about the case to contact the nearest police station or investigating officer ASP Umesh Ratnam Kumar at 012-611-4900.

“There was no sign of forced entry as the house was locked from the inside. “Several items have been seized for further analysis. No arrests have been made thus far, but detailed statements from family members and witnesses will be recorded to assist in police investigations.” Naazron said preliminary information indicated the 53-year-old

Naazron confirmed the bodies have not been released for burial as the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. It was reported that a foul odour from a house in Semenyih, Selangor, led to the discovery of the two bodies on the living room floor. With assistance from the Fire and

Kajang police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof confirmed that more witnesses will be called today to assist in the investigation. “No arrests have been made so far, and police are still unable to determine the exact time of death. “Maggots found on the bodies

Suspect in fatal hit-and-run crash arrested MALACCA: Police have arrested the driver of a four-wheel drive (4WD) after he surrendered at the Central Malacca police headquarters at 12.50pm on Saturday, 13 hours after a fatal hit-and-run in which he failed to assist a motorcyclist and his wife, who was riding pillion. Police chief ACP Christopher Patit said the incident occurred on Friday night when the suspect, driving a Mitsubishi Triton, rear-ended a motorcycle at a traffic light on the Alor Gajah-Melaka Tengah-Jasin Highway (Lebuh AMJ) at Balai Panjang. “The suspect’s blood has been

taken for toxicology testing, alongside a urine test to detect alcohol consumption.” The suspect has been detained under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless driving, and police submitted a remand application at the Ayer Keroh

Magistrate’s Court yesterday. Roslinah Sinan, 53, died at the scene from severe head injuries after the 4WD crashed into the motorcycle driven by her husband, Hisham Omar, 57, who was seriously injured and taken to Melaka Hospital. The Mitsubishi Triton driver, unhurt, fled the scene. – Bernama