MAF: Syndicates now resorting to drones for criminal activities

Muhammad Hafizuddeain (left) dan Johor police chief Comm Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay speaking to reporters after inspecting Op Benteng operations in Malaysian waters at the Tanjung Sepang Tactical Headquarters in Bandar Penawar. Syndicates are using drones to track the movement of security forces, said Muhammad Hafizuddeain. — Bernama

KOTA TINGGI: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) has detected the latest modus operandi of syndicates to smuggle goods and migrants with the assistance of drone technology.

Army Western Field Commander Lieutenant-General Datuk Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan said the tactic was to avoid getting arrested by the authorities patrolling in Malaysian waters under Op Benteng.