Kelantan commercial crime losses hit RM33.5m in first eight months of 2026 as scam surge
KOTA BHARU, Sept 22 — Kelantan recorded losses of RM33.47 million in commercial crime from January to August this...
Kelantan experienced a surge in commercial crime losses, totaling RM33.47 million from January to August 2026, an increase of RM5.97 million compared to RM27.50 million during the same period in 2025, according to Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat. The number of commercial crime cases rose significantly, from 1,100 to 1,921, an increase of 821 cases.
E-commerce scams saw a dramatic rise, going from 260 to 657 cases, while cybercrimes increased from 287 to 444 cases. Mohd Yusoff emphasized that crime is evolving with technology, necessitating rapid adaptation in prevention and public awareness. Despite the increase in overall crime cases, the overall crime index for the Kelantan contingent decreased by three percent to 1,213 cases, with violent crime declining by 11 percent and property crime falling slightly.
Drug-related offenses also decreased by 13 percent, with fewer arrests and lower seized drug values. To combat these issues, the state police continue implementing various strategies, including patrols, community policing, and community participation through the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol.
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