Young inmates at correctional centre have Aidilfitri full of regret and sorrow
While Muslims rejoice on the morning of Hari Raya Aidilfitri in festive attire with their beloved families, there are those who must face the holiday behind iron bars in sorrow and regret, shedding te
Thu Apr 11 2024
Govt lifts EMCO at workers' hostel in Bukit Pasir, Kamunting Correctional Centre
The government today announced the end of the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) at the Kejora Juara workers' hostel in Bukit Pasir, Muar, Johor.
Fri Jan 29 2021
EMCO at Marang Prison, Dungun Correctional Centre from Jan 28-Feb 10
Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the Ministry of Health (MOH) today reported a sudden increase in the number of positive COVID-19 cases in both locations.
Wed Jan 27 2021
EMCO at Kemta, staff quarters from tomorrow till Jan 12 - Ismail Sabri
The EMCO was aimed at controlling the existing cluster, and preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Tue Dec 29 2020
Enhanced MCO in three localities from Dec 28 - Ismail Sabri
The government will enforce the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) for 14 days from tomorrow up to Jan 10, in three localities, each involving two zones in Johor and one in Negeri Sembilan.
Sun Dec 27 2020
EMCO at Jasin correctional centre, staff quarters from tomorrow until Jan 4
The Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) will be implemented at the Jasin Correctional Centre and its staff quarters from tomorrow until Jan 4.
Mon Dec 21 2020
COVID-19: Temporary hospital to be opened at Sungai Udang Prison
Melaka Hospital, the only hospital treating COVID-19 patients in the state, could only accommodate 14 prisoners at any one time.
Sun Nov 01 2020
Attorney: R&B singer R Kelly attacked in federal detention
Kelly who is awaiting trial on sexual misconduct charges, was assaulted by a fellow detainee at the Metropolitan Correctional Centre.
Fri Aug 28 2020
MACC arrests prison warden for alleged bribery
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained prison warden for allegedly receiving bribes to allow the entry of forbidden items meant for several inmates.
Thu Jul 27 2017
Prison inspector detained over alleged bribery
The 33-year-old was charged with asking for a RM20,000 bribe to influence the court to release an inmate.
Tue Jul 26 2016