Teenager Among Two Arrested in Malaysian Fishing Store Burglary

Authorities in Teluk Intan, Malaysia, have arrested two suspects, one of whom is a 13-year-old, in connection with a break-in at a fishing equipment store. The incident occurred on July 30 along Jalan Changkat Jong.

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Based on the report made by the shop owner, the premises were pried open and broken into. A search found that a number of fishing equipment were missing with an estimated loss of about RM8,000.

According to Hilir Perak District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Chua Kok Lian, the arrests were made through two separate raids following an investigation into a report filed by the store owner on the same day. The investigation revealed that the premises were forced open, and fishing equipment estimated to be worth RM8,000 was stolen.

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Further investigation then led to the arrest of two local men aged 13 and 19 through two separate raids.

The two local suspects, aged 13 and 19, were apprehended in the separate raids. Police also recovered some of the stolen items believed to be linked to the case. The investigation papers have been referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor, and the suspects are expected to be charged in the Teluk Intan Magistrate's Court today under Section 414 of the Penal Code.

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The investigation papers have been referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor before instructions were obtained for both suspects to be charged under Section 414 of the Penal Code.

Chua emphasized the police's commitment to taking firm action against those involved in criminal activities, including individuals who conceal or dispose of property believed to be the proceeds of crime. The suspects are currently in remand as the legal proceedings continue.

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Police will continue to take stern action against any individual involved in criminal activities, including those who help conceal or dispose of property believed to be the proceeds of crime.