POLICE arrested a 31-year-old man suspected of being involved in a series of break-ins at self-service laundromats around the district during a raid in Bandar Leila, Sandakan, Tuesday.
The suspect was detained at about 1am following information received and swift action by Police. During the arrest, police seized a sharp weapon, tools believed to have been used in the crimes, cash and meth.
The suspect is believed to be linked to several reported cases of break-ins at self-service laundromats here. A preliminary urine test also showed that the suspect tested positive for meth.
He has been remanded to assist investigations under Section 457 of the Penal Code.
The arrest is in line with District Police Chief ACP George Abd Rakman’s ongoing efforts to combat property crimes and ensure public safety in the district.
