NIBONG TEBAL: A 47-year-old unemployed man, with 46 previous records, was detained by police for suspected theft of lorry components and van.
Seberang Prai Selatan district police chief Superintendent Chong Boo Khim said the man was nabbed during a special operation in Simpang Ampat here.
"The theft of the lorry components was reported in Simpang Ampat while the van in Bukit Tengah.
"The suspect admitted to the theft with two friends, who are still at large. We are tracking the duo," he said tonight.
Chong said the case is probed under Section 379A of the Penal Code.
"The suspect is currently under a four-day remand until Sunday.
"This case will be referred to the prosecution for further instruction," he added.