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Police in Sitiawan, Perak, have seized 208 live bullets and several firearm-resembling objects during raids targeting a trafficking suspect, marking a significant breakthrough in weapons trafficking enforcement.
Thai authorities have dismantled a sophisticated drug smuggling operation, seizing 24.38kg of heroin concealed within everyday items across five parcels destined for Australia and Taiwan.
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Police have arrested seven individuals, including the alleged ringleader, suspected of orchestrating a coordinated scheme to steal bonded lorries. The criminal network is believed responsible for approximately RM1.23 million in losses across multiple theft incidents.
Police have disrupted what authorities describe as a significant trafficking operation targeting Malaysia's local market, seizing drugs valued at RM135.63 million and arresting seven individuals across three coordinated raids in Cheras on June 20.
Police have arrested 291 suspects in a significant drug enforcement operation, recovering narcotics worth RM6.26 million. An alleged gang leader claiming a Datuk title is among those held.
Police in Kuala Terengganu have arrested two brothers suspected of operating a major drug storage operation from their home, with authorities seizing narcotics valued at RM1.76 million during the operation.
Hong Kong authorities have arrested seven suspects within 12 hours of a violent gold heist at Hong Kong International Airport's car park, where a man was stabbed and robbed of HK$7 million in gold bars.
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Malaysian police have arrested 58 individuals across the country in a major operation targeting illegal World Cup betting operations. The coordinated crackdown aims to dismantle gambling syndicates exploiting the football tournament.
Albania's prosecution service has called for the detention of 20 individuals suspected of involvement in drug trafficking and money laundering. Some suspects are reportedly connected to a resort development associated with Trump family members.
Vietnamese authorities have dismantled two clandestine weapons manufacturing operations disguised as mechanical workshops, seizing hundreds of firearm components and arresting multiple suspects linked to a broader trafficking network.
Thailand's tourism minister has announced a coordinated effort to eliminate mafia control on popular islands and shut down nominee businesses that siphon tourism revenue abroad, following recent safety incidents affecting foreign visitors.
A senior yakuza member and two accomplices have been arrested in connection with a major cash heist in Tokyo that netted approximately US$2.6 million. Police recovered partial stolen funds during searches.