Cops deny large drug cartel operating in Genting Highlands
Acting Pahang police chief Azry Akmar Ayob says they would have investigated and taken action if such a cartel existed.
Pahang police have firmly rejected allegations on social media that a major drug trafficking operation is active in Genting Highlands. Acting Pahang police chief Azry Akmar Ayob stated that law enforcement would conduct an investigation and take necessary action if a such a criminal network were to be confirmed. According to Bernama, Azry made these remarks in Kuantan today.
Separately, the Pahang police spokesperson confirmed that a 37-year-old fuel tanker driver involved in a fatal accident near Km9 Jalan Temerloh-Triang will be released tomorrow. The incident, which occurred last Friday, resulted in the deaths of two individuals - Nur Fatima Abdullah, 39, and her 12-year-old son, Fattah Aisy Naufal Saifulnizam.
The tanker, carrying 32,000 liters of diesel and petrol, collided with their vehicle, causing a massive fire. DNA testing has identified the victims, and the driver sustained only minor injuries.
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