Three suspected car thieves killed in shootout with Penang cops


Penang police chief Comm Datuk Hamzah Ahmad (first from right) posing with the guns and other items believed to be used by the suspects, found during the incident where three robbers were shot dead, at the Penang Contingent Police Headquarters, in George Town, Penang.

GEORGE TOWN: Three men believed to be responsible for a spate of car thefts and robberies have been killed in a shootout with police.

They were shot after opening fire on the police during an operation at 5.30am on Wednesday (Nov 13) along Jalan Changkat in Pulau Burung, Nibong Tebal.

Uh-oh! Daily quota reached.


Experience an ad-free unlimited reading on both web and app.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In News

Review eKasih criteria for helping disaster victims, Upko leader urges Putrajaya
'Significantly higher' Federal allocations to continue for poorer states under 13MP, says Rafizi
Govt aiming to cut fiscal deficit to 3.8% this year
Bank employees honoured for scam prevention efforts
Ex-lecturer’s defence team to file representation to review murder charge
Report: Scam calls in Malaysia skyrocketed by 82.81% in 2024
Provisional registration of medical grads down 38% since 2017, says MMC
Pope Francis, off ventilation and stable, rested well overnight, Vatican says
Not enough evidence to charge Zeti, says Azalina
Bank staff trained to spot ‘red flags’ prevent RM12.4mil in fraudulent transfers

Others Also Read