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Borneo Post
11-06-2025
- Borneo Post
Saratok cops seek public help to locate missing prison parolee
SARATOK (June 11): Police are seeking information on the whereabouts of a prison parolee who has gone missing from his designated residence here. Saratok police chief DSP Mathew Manggie said Mohamad Hamizul Mohd Kiprawi, 30, an inmate of Sri Aman Prison, had been placed under the Licensed Prisoner Release Order (PBSL) from May 26 until July 15. 'Mohamad Hamizul was supposed to remain at his registered residence at No. 3/451, Jalan Haji Puteh Ellias, Saratok but has been missing since June 8. 'The individual has violated the conditions of the PBSL under Section 43(1) of the Prisons Act 1995 by not being present or residing at the designated location,' he said in a statement. Mathew said the parolee was under the official supervision of the Kuching District Parole and Community Service Office when the breach occurred. Those with relevant information are asked to contact Saratok police station chief Sergeant Major Nara Medan on 019-6579113.
New Straits Times
05-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Inmate named Aidiladha among 54 freed ahead of Aidiladha celebration
BENTONG: A man named Aidiladha was among 54 inmates in Pahang released under the Licensed Release of Prisoners Programme (PBSL), in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidiladha this Saturday. The 26-year-old had been convicted of minor drug trafficking last year and was sentenced to 14 months in prison. Having been in and out of prison three times, he was originally scheduled for release this August. "I'm grateful to be released earlier than expected, but this Aidiladha feels meaningless as my family has remained silent. "They didn't come to pick me up after my release. "I'm fortunate to have secured a job immediately upon my release today. I want to begin a meaningful new chapter in life, especially one free from drugs," he said. He was among the 54 inmates from Bentong and Penor Prisons in Kuantan who were released during the PBSL Ihsan Madani 2025 ceremony, held in conjunction with Aidiladha at the Dewan Perdana, Bentong Prison, recently. Another inmate, Ayu, 30, was also released under the same programme. She had been sentenced to 12 months in prison for drug-related offences and had previously served time once before. Ayu was initially scheduled to be released in August. "I miss my two children, aged 10 and 13. I can't wait to celebrate Aidiladha with them. I'm sure they miss me too," she said.
New Straits Times
04-06-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
555 inmates released on licence ahead of Aidiladha under Ihsan Madani programme
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 555 inmates nationwide were released today under the Ihsan Madani Licensed Prissoner Release Programme (PBSL) in conjunction with the upcoming Aidiladha celebration. In a statement yesterday, the Malaysian Prisons Department said that the initiative aims to provide eligible inmates with the opportunity to reunite with their families and reintegrate into society, in line with national rehabilitation and social reintegration efforts. Johor recorded the highest number of releases with 83 inmates, followed by Sabah (82), Sarawak (68), Terengganu (67), Pahang (54), Selangor (51), Penang (45), Kedah (28), Perak and Negeri Sembilan (25 each), Perlis (15) and Kelantan (12). "The programme is carried out in conjunction with national festive celebrations to support the rehabilitation process and encourage the successful reintegration of eligible prospects into society," the department said. Including previous releases granted during Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Kaamatan and Gawai, a total of 1,934 inmates have benefited from PBSL so far this year. Between 2020 and 2024, a total of 57,779 inmates were released under the scheme, with 2024 marking the highest annual figure at 20,578, followed by 2023 (15,180), 2022 (8,412), 2021 (3,517) and 2020 (1,938). PBSL is available to inmates serving prison sentences of under three years, as well as to vulnerable groups and pregnant women serving terms of less than four years. To qualify, inmates must have completed rehabilitation programmes, demonstrated good behaviour and secured a suitable guarantor. – BERNAMA
The Sun
03-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
555 inmates released on licence ahead of Aidiladha under Ihsan MADANI Programme
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 555 inmates nationwide were released today under the Ihsan MADANI Licensed Prisoner Release Programme (PBSL) in conjunction with the upcoming Aidiladha celebration. In a statement today, the Malaysian Prisons Department said that the initiative aims to provide eligible inmates with the opportunity to reunite with their families and reintegrate into society, in line with national rehabilitation and social reintegration efforts. Johor recorded the highest number of releases with 83 inmates, followed by Sabah (82), Sarawak (68), Terengganu (67), Pahang (54), Selangor (51), Penang (45), Kedah (28), Perak and Negeri Sembilan (25 each), Perlis (15) and Kelantan (12). 'The programme is carried out in conjunction with national festive celebrations to support the rehabilitation process and encourage the successful reintegration of eligible prospects into society,' the department said. Including previous releases granted during Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Kaamatan and Gawai, a total of 1,934 inmates have benefited from PBSL so far this year. Between 2020 and 2024, a total of 57,779 inmates were released under the scheme, with 2024 marking the highest annual figure at 20,578, followed by 2023 (15,180), 2022 (8,412), 2021 (3,517) and 2020 (1,938). PBSL is available to inmates serving prison sentences of under three years, as well as to vulnerable groups and pregnant women serving terms of less than four years. To qualify, inmates must have completed rehabilitation programmes, demonstrated good behaviour and secured a suitable guarantor.
The Sun
03-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
555 inmates released on licence ahead of Aidiladha
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 555 inmates nationwide were released today under the Ihsan MADANI Licensed Prisoner Release Programme (PBSL) in conjunction with the upcoming Aidiladha celebration. In a statement today, the Malaysian Prisons Department said that the initiative aims to provide eligible inmates with the opportunity to reunite with their families and reintegrate into society, in line with national rehabilitation and social reintegration efforts. Johor recorded the highest number of releases with 83 inmates, followed by Sabah (82), Sarawak (68), Terengganu (67), Pahang (54), Selangor (51), Penang (45), Kedah (28), Perak and Negeri Sembilan (25 each), Perlis (15) and Kelantan (12). 'The programme is carried out in conjunction with national festive celebrations to support the rehabilitation process and encourage the successful reintegration of eligible prospects into society,' the department said. Including previous releases granted during Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Kaamatan and Gawai, a total of 1,934 inmates have benefited from PBSL so far this year. Between 2020 and 2024, a total of 57,779 inmates were released under the scheme, with 2024 marking the highest annual figure at 20,578, followed by 2023 (15,180), 2022 (8,412), 2021 (3,517) and 2020 (1,938). PBSL is available to inmates serving prison sentences of under three years, as well as to vulnerable groups and pregnant women serving terms of less than four years. To qualify, inmates must have completed rehabilitation programmes, demonstrated good behaviour and secured a suitable guarantor.
