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  Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/_7kdkqkNitE A Singapore-registered vehicle has been impounded by Malaysian authorities for its alleged involvement in providing unauthorized cross-border transport services. The incident occurred on October 7 at the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex in Johor. Officers from the Johor Road Transport Department, the local transport authority, stopped the car during an enforcement operation. The driver was suspected of operating the vehicle as a private-hire car to transport passengers across the border into Malaysia without holding the necessary operator's license required by Malaysian law. Following the inspection, the vehicle was seized and impounded to facilitate a full investigation into the alleged offence. The transport department publicized the enforcement action on its official social media channel. In its post, the authority also issued a reminder to all motorists. It urged road users to ensure that all thei...

  The Land Transport Authority has caught 15 drivers for providing illegal ride-hailing services during island-wide enforcement operations. The drivers were apprehended in areas including Woodlands, Ang Mo Kio, and Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim for offering unauthorized trips within Singapore and across the border to Malaysia. All their vehicles were impounded. The operations were conducted with tip-offs from driver associations. Drivers caught providing these illegal services face severe penalties, including fines of up to $3,000, a jail term of up to six months, and the potential forfeiture of their vehicles.  The public is urged to report any suspected illegal ride-hailing activities through the website provided: go.gov.sg/report-illegal-rides

  YouTube Link:  https://youtu.be/QT-YSaSywk0 Authorities in Singapore have intensified enforcement actions against illegal cross-border and point-to-point ride-hailing services, resulting in a significant number of vehicle impoundments in recent months. In the latest operations conducted on October 2, 2025, a total of ten vehicles were impounded for providing unauthorized transport services. This recent enforcement action is part of a broader ongoing effort. Official figures reveal that since July of this year, the cumulative number of vehicles impounded for providing illegal cross-border and point-to-point services has reached one hundred and two. This sustained campaign highlights the continued focus on regulating the transport sector and eliminating unlicensed operations. A primary concern raised by authorities is the significant risk posed to passenger safety. Drivers of these illegal services do not possess the necessary licenses required for commercial passenger transpo...

  YouTube Link:  https://youtu.be/EmZ98M7Kagc A 29-year-old Singaporean woman was arrested following an alleged altercation with traffic police officers at a roadblock in Malaysia. The incident occurred on the evening of September 27 at the Second Link, the expressway connecting Tuas in Singapore to Gelang Patah in Johor. According to the Iskandar Puteri police chief, the woman's car was stopped at the roadblock located at the 3.8-kilometer mark of the highway at approximately 8:30 PM. During the inspection, officers determined that her vehicle had an illegally modified exhaust system and proceeded to issue a summons. It was at this point that the situation escalated. The police statement reported that the suspect refused to cooperate with the officers. After being informed that she would receive the summons for the traffic violation, she allegedly began hurling abusive words at the police personnel on duty. Her conduct led to her immediate arrest at the scene. The case is now...

  Authorities in Singapore have conducted a significant enforcement operation against illegal ride-hailing services, resulting in the apprehension of several drivers and the impounding of their vehicles. The operation was carried out over the past week at key transport hubs including Changi Airport and the Marina Bay Cruise Centre, as well as along a major road. A total of seven drivers were caught providing illegal passenger transport services. As a consequence of operating without the proper licenses, their vehicles have been impounded. The drivers now face charges for their involvement in providing illegal ride-hail services. A critical risk highlighted by authorities is that these unlicensed vehicles do not possess adequate insurance coverage. This leaves passengers without proper protection in the event of an accident, posing a significant safety concern. For travelers seeking legitimate and safe transportation, especially for cross-border journeys to Malaysia, the public is a...

  A significant drug smuggling attempt was foiled at Singapore's Tuas Checkpoint on the morning of September 20, 2025, leading to the arrest of a 37-year-old Malaysian man. The interception prevented a large quantity of narcotics, with an estimated street value of over 272,000 Singapore dollars, from entering the country. The operation began when vigilant officers from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority directed a Malaysia-registered car for enhanced inspection. During a thorough search of the vehicle, officers discovered two black bundles suspected to contain controlled drugs. These bundles were found concealed within a panel in the rear boot of the car. Following this initial discovery, the Central Narcotics Bureau was immediately alerted. CNB officers arrived on the scene and conducted a more extensive examination of the vehicle. This secondary inspection led to the uncovering of an additional six black bundles hidden in various other compartments of the car, demonstratin...

  A viral video posted on September 21 shows a man having an emotional outburst at a casino resort. The footage depicts him screaming while seated on the floor before lying down. The exact location and time are unconfirmed, but the setting appears to be in Resort World Casino. Later in the video, security personnel are seen carrying the man away. The video sparked numerous comments from netizens, many of whom assumed the distress was gambling-related. 

  A Malaysian national has been charged in a Singapore court for his alleged role as a cash collector in a sophisticated government official impersonation scam syndicate. Lee Jian Cheng, 31, was charged on Thursday, September 18, 2025, with engaging in a conspiracy to help unknown individuals retain the benefits of criminal conduct. According to court documents, Lee is accused of collecting a substantial sum of $441,000 on behalf of the syndicate over a concentrated period between July 17 and August 1, 2025. His specific role was allegedly to act as the on-the-ground operative who physically received cash from victims, making him a critical component in the money laundering chain. His case has been adjourned and is scheduled to be mentioned again in court on September 25, 2025. The Singapore Police Force provided details on the scam's modus operandi in an earlier statement. Between July 12 and August 8, 2025, they received multiple repor...

  A Singaporean man arrested in Malaysia for allegedly masterminding a scheme to traffic drug-laced electronic vaporisers to South Korea has been identified as a former engineering student from Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Ivan Tan Zhi Xuan, 31, is facing serious charges in Malaysia that could carry the death penalty. The alleged international operation was first detected by South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS). The agency identified Tan as the suspected ringleader of a criminal group that was attempting to recruit students in South Korea to establish a distribution network for vapes laced with etomidate and cocaine in Seoul. The syndicate's ambitious plan was to smuggle an estimated 20,000 vapes each month, an amount significant enough to feed the addiction of approximately two million people. Acting on a tip-off from the NIS, Malaysian law enforcement agencies moved in on June 19. Tan was arr...

  Segamat, Johor, was rattled by its fourth earthquake in just five days when a 3.4-magnitude tremor struck at 4.24am on Aug 29. The Malaysia Meteorological Department, MetMalaysia, said the quake’s epicenter was 22km north-east of Segamat at a depth of 10km. Earlier, the town had recorded three smaller quakes on Aug 24, 27, and 28, ranging between magnitudes 2.5 and 4.1. Though classified as weak, the repeated tremors have left residents unsettled, especially since some reported feeling the quakes across Johor. MetMalaysia assured the public that the situation is being closely monitored and urged those who felt the tremors to submit feedback via an official questionnaire. Earthquakes are uncommon in Peninsular Malaysia, making the cluster unusual. While no injuries or damages were reported, experts say the frequency highlights the need for awareness and preparedness, even in regions not typically prone to seismic activity.

  From Sep 1, Singapore will enforce harsher penalties against vaping and Kpod abuse, as well as severe punishments for suppliers of etomidate. Etomidate, a substance commonly found in drug-laced vapes known as Kpods, will be officially classified as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA). This change significantly raises the stakes for both abusers and traffickers. For abusers, fines for vaping will rise from the current S$300–S$500 to S$500 for first-time offenders under 18 and S$700 for adults. A second offence will require attendance at a three-month rehabilitation programme, while third-time or subsequent offenders face prosecution with fines of up to S$2,000. Kpod users will face similar fines but with added mandatory rehabilitation lasting up to six months. Repeat Kpod offenders will be investigated under the MDA, undergo urine testing, and face six months of mandatory supervision. Authorities have highlighted that the majority of etomidate abusers are under 30. ...

  On August 23, 2025, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) announced stepped-up checks at Singapore’s land, air, and sea checkpoints to detect and deter e-vaporiser smuggling. E-vaporisers are illegal in Singapore, and the government maintains a strict zero-tolerance stance against vaping. Travellers carrying these devices must declare them to ICA officers. Those who fail to declare will face fines or be referred to the Health Sciences Authority for further investigation. Singapore banned e-vaporisers in 2018 due to health risks and their potential influence on youth. ICA reiterated that offenders will face strict consequences.

  A rare 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Johor on the morning of 24 August 2025 , with tremors felt in Segamat at 6.13am . The quake’s epicentre was 5km west of Segamat, 180km from Singapore. Later that morning, at 9am , a second mild tremor measuring 2.8 magnitude was recorded northwest of Kluang. Tremors were reported across Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, and southern Pahang. Residents described frightening moments, with some rushing their families outdoors fearing their homes might collapse. Fortunately, no casualties or major damage were reported. Johor’s Chief Minister confirmed that authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and the public is advised to avoid unsafe structures. Although Malaysia is outside the Pacific Ring of Fire, experts note that the region has recorded minor quakes in the past, including in 1922 and during the 2007–2008 Bukit Tinggi fault zone activity . Experts stress the importance of staying vigilant despite Malaysia’s lower overall seismi...

  On August 20, 2025, Grab users in Singapore and Malaysia were shocked to see ride fares displayed at over S$1,000 due to a temporary system glitch. The error was first reported around noon and lasted about 20 minutes before being resolved. Grab confirmed the problem, calling it a “temporary system issue” that led to “abnormally high prices” being wrongly shown in the app. The unusual fares went viral online, with many joking that it was “cheaper to take a flight.” With driver saying "This is not Mao Shan Wang, but a Manchu-Han Imperial Feast ( 满汉全席).   While Grab apologised for the inconvenience, it remains unclear if any users were charged at those inflated prices. The glitch sparked mixed reactions, some commuters raised concerns about system reliability, while others treated it as a humorous hiccup. Normal operations resumed shortly after the issue was fixed.

  On 18 August 2025, the Melaka High Court sentenced Singaporean national Shahrul Nizam Zuraimy , aged 36, to a total of 72 years’ imprisonment and 24 strokes of the cane after finding him guilty of murdering his wife and stepson in 2019. The case shocked the community due to the cruelty of the crime, where the dismembered remains of the victims were discovered in a bushy area six years ago. The sentencing was handed down by High Court Judge Datuk Anselm Charles Fernandis , who ordered Shahrul to serve 36 years and 12 strokes of the cane for each of the two murder charges , with the sentences running consecutively. The court also ruled that the prison term would begin from the date of his arrest, 11 October 2019 . In his oral judgment, Judge Anselm described the crime as particularly cruel, highlighting that Shahrul had hidden his wife’s head in the ceiling of their house in an attempt to conceal the crime and prevent identification of the victims. The court found no reasonable ju...

  On 17 August 2025, a viral video reignited concerns over illegal ride-hailing in Singapore. The clip showed a Malaysia-registered vehicle conducting an unauthorised pick-up at Changi Airport. More images surfaced online of other vehicles allegedly engaging in illegal ride-hailing at Waterway Point and Queen Street. One post alleged that the Malaysia car involved had multiple unpaid traffic fines in Singapore yet was still driving and operating illegally. This angered private-hire vehicle (PHV) drivers, who argued that such lapses in enforcement not only harm their livelihoods but also undermine road safety. Authorities have previously emphasised that only licensed PHVs and taxis are allowed to provide ride-hailing services. Illegal operators bypass safety checks, licensing requirements, and insurance obligations, putting commuters at risk. The public can help by reporting such cases through the OneMotoring link, accessible by searching “report illegal ride hailing” online. PHV...

  On 15 August 2025, two cars were caught on video engaging in a shocking road rage clash in Sungai Petani, along Jalan Sekerat near Gandhi Hall. A white Nissan Livina was seen ramming into a Toyota Corolla, after which the Toyota driver retaliated by forcefully hitting the Nissan multiple times. The incident quickly went viral, with netizens likening it to a game of “bumper cars” on a busy public road. Police later confirmed the case, stating that the Toyota driver is in his 40s and the Nissan driver in his 30s. Both are now being investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless driving, and Section 10 of the Road Transport Act 1959 for failure to maintain control of a vehicle. Though no injuries were reported, the dangerous behaviour sparked outrage online, with many calling for strict enforcement to curb rising cases of road rage.

  In Batu, Kuala Lumpur, a dramatic confrontation between a wife, her husband, and his alleged mistress has gone viral after multiple videos surfaced online. The incident began when the wife allegedly threw faeces outside the mistress’s house before confronting her husband. Tensions escalated as the mistress appeared holding a knife, while the three argued inside the house. The wife accused the mistress of owing her money and later attacked her husband physically during the dispute. The mistress threatened to call the police, but the wife dared her to proceed. In a Facebook post on 12 August, the wife alleged her husband financially supported the mistress, borrowed money from her to give to the other woman, and also gambled away funds. She further accused him of hitting their children, sharing surveillance footage to support her claims. The explosive combination of infidelity, money disputes, violence, and child abuse allegations has triggered widespread debate online.

  On 13 August 2025, chaos broke out in Kajang, Selangor, when a woman allegedly ploughed her car into two motorcyclists before pulling out a knife and stabbing one of them, all in broad daylight. The shocking scene unfolded at the traffic lights near Romantika Metro Point, just a short distance from Hospital Kajang. Eyewitnesses say the woman, described as wearing glasses, was driving recklessly before smashing into the motorcycles. But instead of stopping, she got out of her car, turned aggressive, and attacked people nearby. One victim was stabbed, while terrified road users scrambled to lock their vehicles to stay safe. Police are now reviewing CCTV and dashcam footage to figure out exactly what happened and why. The motive and the condition of the injured remain unknown. This case has sparked heated discussions about road rage and how quickly things can turn violent on Malaysian roads.

  On 5 August 2025, ICA officers at Woodlands Checkpoint stopped three separate smuggling attempts involving chewing tobacco within the same evening.  At about 5:30pm, 565 packets were found hidden in the cabin compartment of a Malaysia-registered lorry after image analysis flagged anomalies.  Around 6:00pm, 310 packets were discovered concealed in the rear passenger seats of a Malaysia-registered van. At 6:50pm, 450 packets were recovered from a Singapore-registered car, hidden in the spare tyre compartment and under the rear seats.  In total, 1,325 packets were seized. The cases have been referred to the Health Sciences Authority. The import of chewing tobacco is prohibited in Singapore, and offenders face heavy penalties.  ICA reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Singapore’s borders while facilitating legitimate trade and travel.