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Miri, 2 March 2025 – Police in Miri have successfully arrested three local men believed to be involved in illegal activities recruiting ATM card holders to commit fraud. The operation, led by the Miri District Commercial Crime Investigation Section (CCID) and Narcotics Crime Investigation Section, took place on 1 March 2025 at approximately 6.15 pm.
The police team carried out the raid at Alpinia Road, Jee Foh 3, Taman MDL Miri, where they detained the suspects, aged between 20 and 30 years old. During the operation, officers confiscated various ATM cards, mobile phones, handbags, and cash amounting to RM28,677.
All three suspects have been remanded for three days to assist in investigations. This case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code, which carries a jail sentence of not less than one year and up to 10 years, along with whipping and a fine if found guilty.
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Police Advice to the Public
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has strongly advised the public to be extra careful and never hand over their ATM cards, bank accounts, or banking information to anyone. This is especially important when dealing with suspicious parties offering loans or asking to use personal bank accounts for money transfers.
If anyone falls victim to such scams, they are urged to contact the National Scam Response Center (NSRC) immediately at 997. This is especially crucial if money has already been transferred to a suspicious account or e-wallet.
Additionally, the public can check phone numbers and bank accounts through the official Semak Mule website (http://semakmule.rmp.gov.my) before making any financial transactions. To further enhance protection, the police recommend downloading the Whoscall app from Google Play Store or Apple Store. This app works closely with PDRM’s Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK), allowing users to identify numbers linked to scam activities directly from their phones.
For the latest updates on scam tactics and criminal activities, the public can follow the Sarawak Commercial Crime Investigation Department’s Facebook page.
ACP Alexson Naga Chabu, Miri District Police Chief, also reminded the public that scams are constantly evolving, and staying informed is the best protection. — Polis Daerah Miri