Police Shoot Dead Suspect with 24 Previous Offences

Early Morning Incident in Jeram Pasu

Police shot dead a local male suspect who had a record of 24 previous offences, including drug-related crimes, in Jeram Pasu here early this morning. The suspect, a 31-year-old from Melor, Kota Bharu, was driving a Perodua Bezza car when he was intercepted by a criminal investigation department (CID) team from the Kelantan police headquarters.

CID Team Trails Suspect

The CID team was trailing behind the suspect’s vehicle when they stopped him in Jeram Pasu at around 5:30 am. Upon being approached, the suspect exited his car and opened fire on the officers.

Officers Return Fire

“The CID team returned fire, and the suspect was shot dead at the scene in Jeram Pasu,” said Kelantan police chief Mohd Yusoff Mamat.

Suspect’s Criminal Record Revealed

Further checks revealed that the suspect had a record of 17 previous criminal offences, including gang robbery and firearms, as well as seven drug-related cases. This is not the suspect’s first run-in with the law, as he had a total of 24 previous offences, including drug-related crimes.

Police Chief Comments

“This incident shows that the police are taking a firm stance against crime and will not hesitate to take action when necessary,” said Mohd Yusoff Mamat. “We will continue to work tirelessly to keep our communities safe and prevent further criminal activity.”

Conclusion

The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of criminal activity and the importance of law enforcement. The police will continue to work hard to keep our communities safe and prevent further criminal activity.

FAQs

Q: Who was the suspect?
A: The suspect was a 31-year-old man from Melor, Kota Bharu.

Q: What was the suspect’s criminal record?
A: The suspect had a record of 24 previous offences, including drug-related crimes.

Q: What happened during the incident?
A: The CID team stopped the suspect’s vehicle in Jeram Pasu, and upon being approached, the suspect opened fire on the officers. The CID team returned fire, and the suspect was shot dead at the scene.

Q: What is the police’s stance on crime?
A: The police are taking a firm stance against crime and will not hesitate to take action when necessary to keep our communities safe.