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Malaysian enforcement agencies have seized over 718 kilogrammes of vape products laced with prohibited substances since 2023, resulting in 585 arrests across 400 cases. Seizures have accelerated significantly in 2024-2025.
Police have cautioned Malaysians against resharing an old dispute concerning dawn azan complaints in Sungai Buloh, which has recently gained traction across social media platforms.
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Malaysia's police conducted a highway drug crackdown that resulted in 135 arrests between April and June. Commercial motorists accounted for nearly 90 percent of those apprehended, raising concerns about substance abuse among professional drivers.
Police have arrested 121 commercial vehicle drivers suspected of driving under the influence of drugs during a nationwide operation spanning three months, revealing serious safety concerns in Malaysia's transport sector.
Police have arrested 291 suspects in a sweeping anti-drug operation, including an individual claiming the title 'Datuk'. The coordinated enforcement action netted drugs valued at RM6.26 million.
Police have arrested 1,156 people and conducted 868 raids across Kuala Lumpur in a major crackdown on illegal gambling networks capitalizing on FIFA World Cup 2026 interest.
Malaysian police have arrested 58 individuals, including four women, suspected of operating illegal sports betting and online gambling networks centred on the 2026 FIFA World Cup.