Hungarian backpacker arrested over thefts


  • Nation
  • Friday, 24 Jan 2014

GEORGE TOWN: A 61-year-old Hungarian backpacker wanted for thefts at luxury hotels here has been nabbed while cycling in Tanjung Bungah.

Two hotel security managers who were on their way for a meeting in Batu Ferringhi tailed the man after they recognised him from CCTV footage.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Courts & Crime , Theft , hotels

   

Next In Nation

Jakim sets up special hotline to channel complaints regarding insults to Islam
Tawau cops seize over 2kg of syabu, detain six people
AIM continues to empower female entrepreneurs, fight hardcore poverty, says Dr Wan Azizah
Wildlife starting to reclaim restored habitat in Sabah
PM rebukes Immigration Dept over tourist entry congestion
A biopic of Sybil Kathigasu set to hit the silver screen next year
Man jailed five years, fined RM30,000 for reckless driving, causing death
Melaka Refinery Complex renamed Melaka Energy Park in Pearl Jubilee celebration
KKB polls: Candidates should focus on local issues, says Ramanan
Perikatan will never shut down vernacular schools, reiterates Wan Ahmad Fayhsal

Others Also Read