2,053 cops deployed state-wide for election duties

KUCHING: Police have deployed 2,053 police personnel to 31 parliamentary constituencies for their 15th general election (GE15) assignments to ensure that election process runs smoothly this Saturday (Nov 19). Sarawak police commissioner Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri who officiated at the flag-off of Human Resource Assistance at Sarawak Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK) yesterday (Nov 16), […]

105 in Batang Sadong cast their ballots

SIMUNJAN: A total of 105 early voters for the Batang Sadong parliamentary seat in the 15th general election (GE15) cast their ballots at 8am today (Nov 15). According to a news report by the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), the early voters for the constituency were policemen and they cast their ballots at the Simunjan […]

1,398 police personnel assigned for GE15

KUCHING: The district police headquarters (IPD) here has assigned a total of 1,398 police personnel to help control and manage governance in the event of flooding during the 15th General Election (GE15). Kuching district police chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah in this context, said the district police headquarters (IPD) is ready to carry out the responsibility […]

Police gears up for GE15 and monsoon season

KUCHING: All policemen and assets of Kuching district police headquarters (IPD) are prepared to face the coming monsoon season and the 15th General Election (GE15). District deputy police chief Supt Merbin Lisa said police’s assets are ready and can be mobilised at any time if necessary for the upcoming monsoon. “Based on our past experiences […]

Going rough on unlicensed moneylenders

SIBU: The Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) of the Sibu District Police Headquarters (IPD) together with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) have conducted an Integrated Ops (Ops Bersepadu) to prevent unlicensed money lending activities. Sibu district police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili in a statement yesterday said that the operation involved six areas where the banners […]

Couple gets home makeover, thanks to police

KUCHING: Being a policeman or policewoman is not just about maintaining public order and security but also about reaching out to the community. In keeping to the motto, “Polis dan Masyarakat Berpisah Tiada”, the Kuching district police headquarters (IPD) therefore took the initiative to rehabilitate the homes of the poor and underprivileged in Kampung Buntal. […]

Let us know and we will assist

KUCHING: Sarawak police are ever ready to complement the efforts of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) to curb the smuggling of subsidised goods if there is a request. State Police Commissioner Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri gave this assurance when he said district police headquarters (IPDs) and the General Operations Force (GOF) […]

Be wary of scam offers, remind police

KUCHING: People should always be wary of lucrative offers that are too good to be true to avoid falling for scams. Kuching police chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah said that those who received such offers should always refer to the authorities including the police for verification or advice. “There has been an increase in commercial crime […]

3 arrested for pulling off ‘wheelie’ stunts

KUCHING: Three youths were arrested by traffic police for riding their motorcycles dangerously around Masja last Sunday. The operation codenamed ‘Op Samseng Jalanan’ involves 30 personnel from the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement and the Crime Prevention and Community Safety divisions. According to Kuching district police chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah in a statement, during the operation […]

Call to place stations under Sibu police

SIBU: It is easier for the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) to provide security services if Selangau and Stapang Police Station were placed under Sibu police. This was suggested by Sibu Division Resident, Wong Hee Sieng when receiving a courtesy call from Sibu District Police Chief ACP. Zulkipli Suhaili at his office here yesterday. According to […]