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Police confirm 14 Malaysians have been arrested in foreign countries since January on suspicion of involvement in drug smuggling activities, with international airports identified as key transit points.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) acknowledged a technical fault disrupting baggage operations at KLIA Terminal 1, with engineers restoring full functionality by late afternoon.
A Malaysia Airlines pilot's arrest in Indonesia over an alleged 25kg ecstasy smuggling attempt has prompted senior aviation professionals to question how security screening at Kuala Lumpur International Airport was circumvented.
A Kuala Lumpur International Airport employee has become a focal point in the police investigation into allegations that a Malaysia Airlines pilot managed to transport narcotics through airport security screening.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting enforcement agencies in combating illegal activities at KLIA following the arrest of a Malaysian pilot in Indonesia on drug smuggling charges.
An Indonesian man was arrested at KLIA Terminal 1 after verbally abusing and threatening airline staff and airport authorities. The incident occurred during a flight delay, leading to his detention.
Malaysian authorities have dismantled a significant drug trafficking network operating through KLIA, confiscating cannabis worth RM19.82 million intended for European distribution and arresting seven suspects across multiple attempts.
Malaysia's border agency has begun investigating a Terminal 2 officer at KLIA over claims he accepted a RM100 personal QR code payment, raising fresh concerns about enforcement standards at the country's busiest international gateway.
Malaysia's Road Transport Department will deploy additional staff and implement 24-hour patrols at KLIA to crack down on illegal transport touts, following ministry directives to protect airport users and national image.