Foreigner arrested for attempted theft during flight from Subang to Penang

Foreigner arrested for attempted theft during flight from Subang to Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 8 – A 52-year-old foreign national was arrested yesterday for allegedly attempting to steal from a fellow passenger during a flight from Subang to Penang.

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GEORGE TOWN, Feb 8 – A 52-year-old foreign national was arrested yesterday for allegedly attempting to steal from a fellow passenger during a flight from Subang to Penang.

According to the Southwest District Police, the incident occurred around noon when a passenger noticed the suspect rummaging through their luggage. The flight crew was immediately alerted and took swift action.

A police report was later filed at the Penang International Airport Police Station in Bayan Lepas. Authorities confirmed that no valuable items were stolen, but the suspect was detained for further questioning.

A remand order will be sought at the Balik Pulau Magistrate’s Court to facilitate investigations under Section 379/511 of the Penal Code for attempted theft. — Bernama

A police report regarding an attempted theft was filed at the Penang International Airport Police Station in Bayan Lepas. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

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