31 crime cases solved in Sandakan — police
SANDAKAN: The police solved 31 criminal cases in Sandakan this year, said district police chief ACP Mohd Azhar Hamin.
He said the crimes took place in Sandakan town, Bandar RamaiRamai, Kampung Kombo, Tanah Merah, Kampung Lopak Meluas, Bandar Indah, Bandar Kim Fung, Mile 3, Bandar Utama, Bandar Megah, Mile 8, Sungai Manila People Housing Project and areas within Mile 14 to 16.
“Forty-five items worth a total of RM99,000 were seized, including a vehicle that was used for a criminal activity. A total of 16 suspects were remanded, including 14 locals and two illegal immigrants.
“The suspects were aged 18 to 60 and 13 of them were tested positive for syabu. Six of the suspects have past criminal records including one that has seven records,” he said, adding that the suspects were arrested for allegedly being involved in robbery, housebreaking and stealing.
Azhar said the suspects were remanded for further investigation under Section 457 and Section 380 of the Penal Code as well as the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
They were arrested through several operations, namely Op Cantas, Op Lejang, and crime eradication operations.
“There is a 13.8 percent reduction in the crime index from last year to this year. From January to August 2017, 434 cases were recorded while the same duration this year recorded 374 cases,” he added.
Azhar thanked the public for providing information to the police which led to the arrest of the suspects.
He also advised the public to be cautious when purchasing items, especially online, that were sold at very cheap prices because if one is caught possessing a stolen item, he could face legal action under Section 411 and Section 414 of the Penal Code.