Labuan: The Labuan Commercial Fishing Vessel Owners' Association has lodged a police report following a series of suspected arson and vandalism incidents involving two lorries, with losses estimated at more than RM100,000. Its chairman, Peter Chi Kain Sang, expressed the association's deep concern over the repeated incidents. One lorry was completely burnt, while another suffered about 10 percent damage with cut cables, rendering it inoperable.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the association has offered an RM10,000 reward for credible information to assist the police investigation. Peter Chi noted that this is the first such incident in many years, and despite discussions among members, no suspects or clear causes have been identified. He stated that there is no immediate suspicion involving players in the fisheries industry, leaving the investigation to the police.

The first incident occurred on May 13 at about 9 pm at Jalan Ujung Pasir near the old fisheries jetty. The second took place near the Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (LKIM) Complex parking area in Kiamsam, while the third incident on May 17 involved a different lorry that was completely burnt at Jalan Ujung Pasir. These recurring incidents have caused concern among commercial fishing operators, as lorries are crucial for the movement of fishery products and related logistics.

Labuan acting police chief DSP Robin @ Ridzuan Ismail confirmed the receipt of a report and the opening of an investigation under Section 435 of the Penal Code. He emphasized that the investigation would explore all angles and urged anyone with information to assist the police. He called on the public to report any suspicious activities or information immediately.