Ulu Tiram

2024 - 5 - 17

Chaos and Tragedy at Ulu Tiram Police Station: A Violent Attack Leaves Two Cops and Assailant Dead

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Breaking news: Two police officers and an assailant killed in a tragic attack at Ulu Tiram police station. Click to read more!

Chaos and tragedy struck the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor Baru as two police officers lost their lives during a violent attack by an intruder in the early hours of Friday, May 17. The horrific incident resulted in another officer being injured, highlighting the risks law enforcement face daily. The assailant, believed to have extremist ties, also lost his life during the confrontation, leaving a community in shock.

Following the attack, police detained five family members of the Jemaah Islamiyah suspect who was shot dead after storming the police station. The incident shed light on the ongoing battle against terrorism in the region and the authorities' swift response to such threats. Malaysia arrested seven people in connection with the attack, emphasizing the country's commitment to maintaining peace and security amidst rising extremism.

In the midst of the tragedy, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called for firm action against those inciting chaos in the country, emphasizing the importance of unity and stability. The slain officers, who had served with the force for a short time, were mourned by their colleagues and the nation, reminding everyone of the sacrifices made by law enforcement to protect the people.

The Ulu Tiram police station incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers and the constant threat of extremism in the region. The bravery and dedication of the police force in the face of such violence are commendable, highlighting their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the community.

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Ulu Tiram police station attack: Two cops and assailant dead (The Star Online)

JOHOR BARU: Two policemen were killed while another was injured when they were attacked by an intruder at the Ulu Tiram police station early Friday (May 17) ...

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Ulu Tiram shooting: Police detain family members of killed JI suspect (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: Police have arrested five family members of the Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) suspect who was shot dead after he stormed the Ulu Tiram police station ...

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2 cops dead after attack on Johor police station, Jemaah Islamiyah ... (The Straits Times)

A constable manning a counter was slashed and died on the spot, said sources. The suspect then used the constable's gun to shoot dead a policeman who came to ...

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IGP said Ulu Tiram police attacker believed to be from extremist... (The Malaysian Reserve)

THE suspect behind the attack on the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor Bahru early this morning is believed to have been a member of the Southeast Asian ...

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Malaysia arrests 7 people after attack on Johor police post by ... (CNA)

The attacker - who was shot dead at the scene - was a member of terror group Jemaah Islamiyah, local police say. Seven people, including the assailant's ...

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Fahmi urges public to avoid sharing unverified information on Ulu ... (Malay Mail)

KOTA KINABALU, May 17 ―The public, particularly netizens, are urged to refrain from sharing unverified information concerning the early morning attack on ...

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2 policemen killed, one injured in Johor police station attack (Free Malaysia Today)

Johor police say the suspect stormed into the police station armed with a parang and a gun.

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Ulu Tiram police station attack: Slain officers joined force less than ... (The Star Online)

PETALING JAYA: The two policemen killed in the attack on the Ulu Tiram police station early on Friday (May 17) morning had served with the force for less ...

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(UPDATED) Ulu Tiram police station shooting suspect believed to ... (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: The suspect who stormed a police station in Ulu Tiram here early this morning, killing two policemen and injuring another, is believed to have ...

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2 cops dead, 1 injured after suspected JI member attacks Johor ... (TODAY)

JOHOR BAHRU — Two policemen were killed while another was injured after a man attacked them at the Ulu Tiram police station along Jalan Kota Tinggi early on ...

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Ulu Tiram police station attack: Firm action against anyone who ... (Malay Mail)

ASTANA, May 17 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants firm action to be taken against anyone attempting to create chaos in Malaysia to the extent ...

Armed attack at Ulu Tiram Police Station in Johor Bahru, Malaysia ... (Crisis24)

Armed attack at Ulu Tiram Police Station in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, kills two policemen at around 02:30 May 17. Tight security ongoing.

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Ulu Tiram Shooting: 20 alleged suspected Jemaah Islamiyah (JI ... (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: Police have arrested 20 people believed to be members of Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) in the outskirts of Johor in follow up raids following the attack ...

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[UPDATED] Masked intruder breaks into Ulu Tiram police station ... (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: Two policemen were killed, and another injured, after a masked intruder stormed the Ulu Tiram police station here, early this morning.

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PAS calls on public to remain calm, let authorities investigate Ulu ... (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 — PAS has urged the public to remain calm and allow the authorities to carry out their investigations into this morning's attack on the ...

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Ulu Tiram shooting suspect lived in a closed-off commune (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: The family of the shooting suspect at the Ulu Tiram police station, who was also alleged to be a Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) member, live in a ...

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Ulu Tiram police station attack: Govt won't stand by if anyone ... (Malay Mail)

ASTANA, May 17 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants firm action to be taken against anyone attempting to create chaos in Malaysia to the extent ...

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Singapore advises citizens travelling in Malaysia to exercise ... (CNA)

SINGAPORE: The Singapore government on Friday (May 17) advised Singaporeans who are in or travelling to Malaysia to exercise vigilance after an attack took ...

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Man who killed 2 cops in Ulu Tiram lived isolated life, schooled by ... (The Straits Times)

He lived about 7km away from the police station where the cops were killed. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Attack at the Ulu Tiram Police Station in Johor Bahru, Malaysia on ... (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore)

Singapore strongly condemns the attack that took place at Ulu Tiram police station in Johor Bahru, Malaysia on 17 May 2024, which led to the death of two ...

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Chronology of the attack at Ulu Tiram police station [NSTTV] (New Straits Times Online)

JOHOR BARU: An attack on Ulu Tiram police station early this morning resulted in the deaths of two policemen and the fatal shooting of the suspect.

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Ulu Tiram police station attack: Cop-killer and family reclusive, lived ... (The Star Online)

JOHOR BAHRU: The man who stormed into the Ulu Tiram police station, killing two and injuring a third policeman before being shot dead, ...

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Singapore strongly condemns Ulu Tiram police station attack, says ... (Malay Mail)

SINGAPORE, May 17 — Singapore strongly condemns the attack at Ulu Tiram police station in Johor on Friday, which led to the death of two police officers and ...

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Ulu Tiram station attack: Seven remanded one week for investigation (Malay Mail)

JOHOR BARU, May 18 — Seven people including a Singaporean were remanded for seven days starting today for the investigation into the deadly attack on the ...

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Man who attacked Ulu Tiram police station untrained, says expert (Free Malaysia Today)

The masked man attacked the police station armed with a gun and a parang, killing two policemen and injuring another before being shot dead at the scene.

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Singapore strongly condemns Ulu Tiram police station attack, says ... (The Star Online)

Singapore strongly condemns the attack at Ulu Tiram police station in Johor on Friday, which led to the death of two police officers and injured another.

Ulu Tiram attack: Two students detained not under ministry's purview (The Star Online)

KOTA KINABALU: The two higher learning institution students detained following the Ulu Tiram police station attack on Friday (May 17) are not under the ...

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Ulu Tiram attack: Seven suspects remanded are locals, says IGP (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — All the suspects remanded today following the attack at Ulu Tiram police station early yesterday morning are local citizens, ...

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Ulu Tiram attack suspect not JI member, says IGP (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: The suspect who was shot dead in an incident at the Ulu Tiram police station was not a member of the terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah (JI).

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S'porean among 7 detained in connection with Ulu Tiram police ... (Mothership.sg)

The individuals have been remanded for seven days until May 24, to assist in investigations into the attack, said Bernama. The Star reported that the remand was ...

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Ulu Tiram attack: Suspect not JI member, initial link made due to ... (The Star Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: The suspect who was shot dead after attacking the Ulu Tiram police station is not a member of Jemaah Islamiah (JI), says Tan Sri Razarudin ...

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Ulu Tiram attack: Seven suspects remanded are Malaysians, says IGP (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — All the suspects remanded today following the attack at Ulu Tiram police station early yesterday morning are local citizens, ...

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No Singaporeans detained in Ulu Tiram police station attack (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: No Singaporeans were among the seven individuals remanded for seven days over the attack on the Ulu Tiram police station.

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