Incident at the Malaysia-Thailand Border: Two Men Arrested for Firing Shots
Arrest and Investigation
Two Thai nationals, aged 21 and 28, were arrested by Thai police on Friday for firing shots near a security checkpoint along the border in Padang Besar, Perlis, Malaysia. The incident occurred on Thursday at 10:28 am, when two General Operations Force personnel on patrol during Op Taring Wawasan Kedah/Perlis heard several gunshots coming from the Thai side of the border security fence.
CCTV Footage and Evidence
Razarudin Husain, Inspector-General of Police, said that closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the scene showed two suspects riding a grey scooter with a Thai registration plate. They had fired at least 10 shots at the Malaysian border using a pistol. The suspects collected the spent cartridges before leaving the scene.
Arrest and Confession
The Thai police were immediately alerted of the incident and arrested the two suspects at two locations in Songkhla, Thailand, at 10:40 am the following day. The suspects claimed they had borrowed the pistol from a friend and fired the shots to test the weapon before returning it to their friend.
Ongoing Investigation
Razarudin said that Thai police are now looking for the owner of the firearm. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the shooting.
Video Goes Viral
Earlier today, a one-minute video went viral on social media showing two men, believed to be Thais, firing several shots towards the Malaysian border. The video has sparked concerns and raised questions about the safety and security of the border region.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies to prevent similar incidents in the future. The authorities are working to ensure the safety and security of the border region and to bring those responsible to justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the motive behind the shooting?
A: The suspects claimed they were testing the pistol they borrowed from a friend.
Q: Were any injuries reported?
A: No, no one was injured in the incident.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the shooting and to identify the owner of the firearm.
Q: What measures are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future?
A: The authorities are increasing vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies to prevent similar incidents in the future.