Two Men Killed in Shootout with Malaysian Police in Johor Bahru Suburb JOHOR BAHRU, Malaysia – Two unidentified men were shot dead by Malaysian police during a predawn shootout in a suburb of Johor Bahru on Wednesday, August 24, 2023. According to Johor Police Chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat, the incident occurred around 4:30 AM at a house in the Taman Pelangi Indah neighborhood. A team of Special Task Force personnel was conducting a raid on the premises as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation. “As the officers approached the house, they were met with gunfire from the occupants,” Mamat said. “A shootout ensued, resulting in the deaths of two men.” He added that a third suspect managed to escape the scene on foot. Police have launched a manhunt and cordoned off the area. The deceased individuals were both believed to be involved in drug trafficking activities. Police recovered firearms, ammunition, and a large quantity of narcotics from the residence. “We believe that these suspects were part of an international drug syndicate,” Mamat said. “We will continue our investigation to track down the remaining member of the group.” Residents of Taman Pelangi Indah expressed shock and concern over the shootout. They reported hearing multiple gunshots and said they were terrified for their safety. “We’re usually a quiet neighborhood,” said one resident, who wished to remain anonymous. “This has shaken us all up.” Police have urged the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.Police Shootout Kills Suspects in Johor BahruPolice Shootout Kills Suspects in Johor Bahru In a dramatic encounter on June 15, Johor police engaged in a shootout with two suspects, resulting in their deaths. The incident occurred in Jalan Abad when police from the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department and the Johor police special investigation unit spotted a suspicious white car. As the suspects realized they were being followed, they attempted to escape and fired shots at the authorities. In response, the police returned fire, ultimately neutralizing the threat. Subsequent searches of the vehicle revealed two firearms and substances suspected to be drugs. One of the deceased suspects, a 42-year-old man, had a criminal record linked to 38 offenses, including drug-related crimes. The identity of the second suspect remains unconfirmed due to the absence of identification documents. Johor police chief M. Kumar stated that the incident is being investigated under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. He urged the public to provide information that could assist with the investigation by contacting the Johor police hotline or command center. Meanwhile, social media platforms were abuzz with images of the cordoned-off area and a heavy police presence in Taman Abad. This latest incident highlights the continued efforts of Malaysian authorities in combating crime and ensuring public safety.Two men were killed in a shootout with Malaysian police in the Johor Bahru suburb of Taman Pelangi on Thursday (Aug 18). The incident occurred at around 1 am when police officers from the Johor Bahru South district police headquarters were conducting a raid on a house suspected of being involved in drug activities. As the officers approached the house, they were fired upon by the suspects. The officers returned fire, and two suspects were killed in the ensuing shootout. The deceased were identified as Muhammad Shahril Samsudin, 33, and Muhammad Shafiq Faizal, 28. Both men were local residents and had previous records for drug-related offences. The police also seized a pistol, a revolver, and a quantity of drugs from the house. Johor Bahru South district police chief Assistant Commissioner Raub Selamat said that the suspects had fired at the police officers without warning. “We believe that the suspects were involved in drug trafficking and other criminal activities,” he said. “We are still investigating the case and will take appropriate action against those involved.”