Crime in Johor: A Review of 2024
Decline in Total Losses, But Rise in Number of Cases
JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) opened a total of 4,290 investigation papers throughout 2024, involving losses amounting to RM181 million.
Crime Prevention Efforts
Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said this showed a 30% drop in total losses or RM80 million, compared to the RM261 million total losses recorded in 2023. However, there were 27 more cases recorded last year, compared to the 4,263 investigation papers opened in 2023. To combat the rise in cases, the Johor CCID carried out various crime prevention programmes to raise awareness among the public, focusing on cyber crimes and scammers, following the evolution of the latest fraud techniques, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Cybercrimes and Scams
The use of AI has led to more sophisticated fraud techniques, making detection much harder. Cybercrimes and scams have become a criminal trend that is concerning. As such, the CCID is actively taking an approach in educating the public to not fall victim to online scams.
Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID)
Meanwhile, Kumar said the state NCID arrested 25,065 individuals for various drug offences last year. Police made an overall seizure of 7.30 tonnes of drugs worth RM99.76 million, with the confiscation of syndicates’ assets valued at RM17.23 million.
Johor Special Branch
The Johor Special Branch was also proactive in carrying out a series of operations, including cracking down on elements of smuggling, tax evasion and trademarks, with a total seizure of RM7.76 million for the same period.
Johor Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
The Johor CID opened 444 investigation papers for robbery, of which 260 cases were solved and 108 were charged in court. Meanwhile, a total of 166 investigation papers were opened in contraband cases, with 61 cases charged in court. A total of 256 people were arrested and RM18 million worth of contraband seized.
Other Operations
Kumar said that they also conducted 677 raids and arrested 3,133 people involved in prostitution, with the total seizure valued at RM303,477 and 620 cases brought to court. Additionally, they conducted 2,273 gambling operations last year and arrested 3,008 people, with a total seizure of RM806,580.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while there was a decline in total losses, the number of cases recorded in 2024 increased, highlighting the importance of crime prevention efforts and public awareness. The Johor CCID’s focus on cybercrimes and scammers is crucial in this regard, as is the work of the NCID, Johor Special Branch, and CID.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the total number of investigation papers opened by the Johor CCID in 2024?
A: 4,290
Q: What was the total amount of losses recorded in 2024?
A: RM181 million
Q: What was the decline in total losses compared to 2023?
A: 30% or RM80 million
Q: How many people were arrested for drug offences by the NCID in 2024?
A: 25,065