Pahang: The Pahang police received a total of 648 applications for permits to sell fireworks and firecrackers in conjunction with this year's Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations throughout the state. Its chief, Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said that out of that number, 627 applications were approved, 19 were not given approval, while two others are still under evaluation.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the police are also carrying out monitoring and inspection operations on firecracker and firework sellers to ensure compliance with the established regulations. Yahaya Othman mentioned this at a press conference during the launch of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Tanjung Putra 188 (PTP 188) Fun Run and Fun Ride 2026 at the Pahang police contingent headquarters.
Meanwhile, he stated that his team had made four arrests and seizures involving the offence of selling fireworks and firecrackers without a permit. The monitoring operation is set to continue until the end of the festive period on March 26.
In another development, Yahaya said his team is still classifying the case of the five family members involved in the tragic murder incident in Taman Cerating Damai on Feb 17 as a sudden death report (SDR). So far, the police have recorded five witness statements, including family members and close friends of the victim, to assist in the investigation. They are awaiting several reports from related agencies, including forensic and chemical reports, before drawing any conclusions.
Speaking about today's event, Yahaya announced that the PTP 188 Fun Run and Fun Ride 2026 programme will be held on May 23 at Padang MBK 1 in conjunction with the 219th Police Day celebration. The event aims to attract some 5,000 participants from various segments of society, including children. Two main categories will be contested, namely the 5-kilometre (km) and 10 km runs, as well as cycling events covering distances of 10 km and 50 km.
The registration fee is set at RM50 for the 5 km run category, RM60 for the 10 km run, and RM70 for the 10 km and 50 km cycling events, with a RM5 discount for early registration. Various attractive prizes, including lucky draws, await the participants. Yahaya added that those interested, especially in Pahang, can register online at the Ticket2U website at http://t2u.asia/e/48598 or Howei at https://howei.com/registration/2112.