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Police dismantle illegal Bitcoin mining operation in Perak, seize 168 units
Authorities have shut down a large-scale cryptocurrency mining operation in Perak, dismantling an illegal electricity theft scheme that utilised abandoned properties across the state.
LSN Malaysia ·
Police in Perak have successfully dismantled a significant illegal Bitcoin mining operation, confiscating 168 mining units and disrupting an electricity theft network that had been operating across multiple abandoned premises.
The investigation uncovered a sophisticated scheme in which criminals had broken into long-abandoned properties to establish their mining operations, thereby avoiding detection while siphoning electricity without payment. The scale of the operation suggests a well-organised effort to exploit unused buildings and bypass utility surveillance systems.
The seizure represents a major crackdown on cryptocurrency-related crime in the state. Authorities have launched further investigations to identify those responsible for the operation and determine the full extent of electricity losses incurred by power utilities. The case highlights growing concerns about illegal mining activities draining resources and creating safety hazards in abandoned structures across Malaysia.
Police have urged members of the public to report suspicious activity in disused properties, particularly unusual electrical installations or unauthorised access to buildings. Officials reminded residents that illegal electricity consumption carries serious penalties under Malaysian law.