Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is stepping up its fight against crime and social ills by strengthening ties with PDRM. During a courtesy visit by Dato’ Mohammad Shaharul bin Md Osman, principal assistant director of the Bukit Aman’s Division for Extremist and Social Threats, MBKS Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng reaffirmed the council’s commitment to keeping Kuching safe and harmonious.
A hot topic? The rise of suspicious online gambling spots disguised as coffee shops or convenience stores. These shops may look innocent, but authorities warn they could be fronts for illegal gambling operations. Dato Wee urged local MPs to push for decisive enforcement, beyond just raising the issue in Parliament debates.
MBKS already has safety measures in place: strategic CCTV installations, police wardens for traffic control, and joint monitoring with enforcement agencies against illegal activities. “A safe city is the foundation of a thriving community,” said Dato Wee.
Here’s how locals can spot suspicious “24/7 coffee shops”:
- Open around the clock but only selling instant noodles, coffee and snacks.
- Every table has a phone charging plug.
- Staff seem out of place – overly flashy outfits or unfamiliar with the menu.
- Multiple branches popping up everywhere like mushrooms.
- Minimalist design but always crowded.
Residents are urged to stay alert and report anything unusual, while MBKS and PDRM continue cracking down. Kuching is watching, and so should you.
