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Ten soldiers detained in connection with extortion case in Penang
Military personnel from the 2nd Battalion PGA based in Kulim, Kedah have been held for questioning over an extortion incident that occurred in the Tasek Gelugor area on August 19.
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Ten members of the People's Volunteer Corps (PGA) were apprehended to assist in the investigation of an extortion case that took place in Tasek Gelugor, Penang, on August 19. The detainees are personnel from the 2nd Battalion PGA stationed in Kulim, Kedah. Authorities launched the investigation following reports of the extortion incident in the Penang locality. The individuals are cooperating with investigating officers as the case continues to be examined. Further details regarding the circumstances of the alleged extortion and the specific roles of those detained remain under investigation.