Three alleged gang members face multiple charges, including armed robbery and illegal weapon possession.

A Datuk’s son and two other individuals were formally charged in Johor courts on March 4, 2025, for their involvement in a series of gang robberies and firearms-related offences. The accused, believed to be members of the ‘Adik Mamat’ gang, were presented before Sessions and Magistrate’s Courts in Johor Bahru.

The charges include gang robbery, possession of an illegal firearm, and possession of an imitation firearm. The robbery incidents allegedly took place in Taman Sentosa and Kampung Melayu Majidee, with stolen cash and valuables amounting to RM4,150 (SGD 345.45).

The Johor police have charged three individuals, including the son of a Datuk, in connection with a series of violent robberies and firearms offences in February 2025. The suspects, identified as Mohamad Haidar Abdullah, 34, N. Klement Raj, 38, and Muhammad Zul Syamsi Datuk Johari, 38, were charged under various sections of the Penal Code and Firearms Act.

The gang allegedly targeted victims in Johor Bahru, stealing cash, electronic devices, and personal documents. The accused were arrested following an intensive police investigation into their suspected criminal activities across the state.

Details of the Charges

In the Sessions Court, Judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal Arifin Ismail presided over the gang robbery case against Mohamad Haidar Abdullah and N. Klement Raj. They were accused of robbing Hon Chong Seng, taking RM3,500 (SGD 290.50) in cash, two iPhones, an ATM card, a driving license, and an identification card.

Additionally, Mohamad Haidar was charged with illegal firearm possession, specifically a Sig Sauer pistol with a black holster, which was found at his residence in Kampung Melayu Majidee on February 17. If convicted under Section 8 of the Firearms (Increased Penalties) Act 1971, he faces up to 14 years in prison and six strokes of the cane.

In a separate Sessions Court hearing, Judge Che Wan Zaidi Che Wan Ibrahim presided over another robbery charge against Mohamad Haidar and Klement Raj. They were accused of robbing Chem Sooi Tea, stealing RM650 (SGD 53.95), an ATM card, and an identity card at Jalan Sutera 3, Taman Sentosa, on February 14 at 5:00 AM.

Meanwhile, in the Magistrate’s Court, Muhammad Zul Syamsi Datuk Johari faced charges of possessing an imitation firearm at a house in Kampung Melayu Majidee on February 17. He pleaded not guilty under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, which carries a maximum penalty of one year in prison or a fine of up to RM5,000 (SGD 415.75).

Court Decisions and Bail Conditions

Judge Ahmad Kamal denied bail for the robbery and firearm possession charges, citing the severity of the offences. However, in the second Sessions Court case, Judge Che Wan Zaidi granted RM10,000 (SGD 831.50) bail for both Mohamad Haidar and Klement Raj, with strict conditions:

• Surrendering their passports
• Reporting to the nearest police station once a month
• Prohibited from interfering with witnesses

For Muhammad Zul Syamsi, the Magistrate’s Court set bail at RM4,000 (SGD 332.60) and scheduled the next hearing for March 20.

The high-profile gang robbery case in Johor has sparked public concern, given the involvement of a Datuk’s son and the use of firearms in the crimes. Authorities are cracking down on gang-related activities, with the police emphasizing that criminal networks will face strict legal consequences.

With the next court hearing set for April 10, the case is expected to uncover more details about the gang’s operations, raising questions about organized crime networks in Malaysia.

Sources: Malay Mail (2025), NST (2025)

Keywords: Johor, Gang Robbery, Firearms Possession, Criminal Case, Datuk’s Son, Court Hearing