Kelantan murder cases up 100 pc in first four months of 2026; police blame religious decay

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The Kelantan police in Malaysia have reported a 100% increase in murder cases in the first four months of 2026, attributing it to a perceived decline in religious values. This alarming rise in crime has raised concerns among local authorities.

KOTA BHARU, May 18 — Kelantan police have voiced concern over a sharp rise in murder cases, which increased by ove...