Kedah sees sharp rise in crimes involving women, children

ALOR SETAR: Crimes involving women and children in Kedah have surged, averaging 42 cases a month in the first half of 2025 compared with an average of 16 cases monthly last year, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

He said sexual crimes were particularly alarming, with children under 18 making up 75% of reported victims.

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