Police Seek Private Companies' Help To Stem Rising Crime
By Amin Hosni

Bandar Seri Begawan - Muara Police Station held a meeting with 20 representatives from various private companies yesterday at the police station to find a way for the police and private companies to increase awareness and safety of the Muara District residents and also to highlight crime prevention efforts.

DSP Mohd Hadini bin Hj Othman, Acting Commanding Officer of Muara Police District, spoke at the event.

DSP Mohd Hadini said that this year alone, Muara Police Station has received 85 crime cases up to April.

Muara Police Station has authority over parts of Tanah Jambu, Mentiri Highway and Mentiri housing schemes, which have a population of around 3,000.

DSP Mohd Hadini also said that it was found during investigations that an employee committed suicide because the company paid late wages. The welfare of employees should remain paramount, he said.

He also noted that cases of fighting were also on the rise and cable thefts as well as break-ins were also increasing.

"Cable theft is definitely on the rise and has become quite unpredictable. The stealing trend, too, has seen a shift with more reports of break-ins occurring in broad daylight, with the main target being cashboxes and mobile top-up cards," said DSP Mohd Hadini.

"There are roughly 4,000 police personnel for a population of close to 400,000. The police alone cannot help bring down the crime rate and that is why we are asking for cooperation from private companies and the public to work hand-in-hand to reduce crime."

Social gatherings also account for some of the causes of crimes among the community. Neighbours call the police who find undeclared alcoholic beverages.

Opinions from representatives included installing CCTVs to deter crime and to use footages for evidence.

DSP Mohd Hadini also advised those using bicycles to use helmets and urged truck, bus and tanker drivers to follow road and speed regulations.

Applications to seek permission for social gatherings can be found at the police station. The fee is only $2 and the application must be sent at least two weeks in advance. The public can call 2272253 for more information. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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