Police Seize 669 Imitation Firearms in Two Raids
Introduction
The Bukit Aman internal security and public order department director, Azmi Abu Kassim, announced that police arrested three men, including a foreigner, and seized 669 imitation firearms in two separate raids conducted by the wildlife crime bureau’s special investigation intelligence team recently.
First Raid
On December 17, police raided a premises in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, and arrested a man and seized 32 imitation firearms. Preliminary investigations found that the suspect had been selling imitation firearms online for several months. Further inspections also found two white-rumped shamas (burung murai batu) kept without permits. Additionally, several boxes containing medicines that did not have the health ministry’s seal of approval were seized.
Investigations
The cases are being investigated under the Arms Act 1960, the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716), as well as the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984.
Second Raid
On December 18, police conducted a second raid at Jalan Raja Laut, Kuala Lumpur, and arrested two men, including a foreigner, and seized 637 imitation firearms. The case is being investigated under the Arms Act 1960. The seized items were valued at RM436,971.
Conclusion
The police’s efforts to combat the illegal trade of imitation firearms and wildlife products are commendable. The seizures of these items will help to prevent them from entering the illegal market and potentially harming individuals and the environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many imitation firearms were seized in the two raids?
A: A total of 669 imitation firearms were seized.
Q: How many people were arrested in the two raids?
A: Three men, including a foreigner, were arrested.
Q: What is the value of the seized items?
A: The seized items were valued at RM436,971.
Q: What laws are being investigated under?
A: The cases are being investigated under the Arms Act 1960, the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716), as well as the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984.