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Thai police have arrested 233 suspected drug traffickers during a month-long crackdown in Narathiwat province, disrupting a major smuggling operation targeting Malaysia worth RM1.2mil.
Singapore police arrested three Malaysian nationals hours after they crossed the border, alleging they were dispatched by a scam syndicate to collect cash, gold bars, and withdraw stolen money from ATMs.
Hong Kong police have arrested seven people in connection with a HK$7 million gold heist at the airport car park. The victim was stabbed while carrying six gold bars. Investigators suspect insider involvement in the organised crime.