With all the crime reports that we see from newspapers/internet, you must be wondering if Malaysia is truly unsafe for you to visit. The answer is……. Everywhere is the same, if you expose yourself to unnecessary risks. I have compiled a list of suggestions, with the intention of guiding you safely into Malaysia and back. If you are driving into Malaysia (especially in your Singapore Registered Vehicle), below are the 'golden rules' compiled from author's experience of driving in and out of Singapore in his Singapore Registered Vehicle.
1. When driving, ALWAYS lock the door and ensure windows are wind up and do not entertain any attempt by anybody that tries to get your attention. Lately, there have been few groups of 'sales person' standing by at the exit of the petrol station opposite City Square. No idea what they are selling as I always speed off after topping up my tank.
2. When topping up your petrol, I've seen cases when the driver is topping up the tank, the passenger will start to wander around the pump and do stretching. Passengers should not leave the vehicle and should lock up the vehicle when the driver is topping up fuel. If possible, get the pump attendant to do it and remain in vehicle. If it is really necessary to leave your vehicle to answer the call of nature, try to go to brightly lit petrol stations or go to the toilets in shopping complexes.
3. Avoid unnecessary stop at any badly lit road/highway/lane/ wherever you are. This rule applies to ALL types of vehicle. Highly recommended when you are walking.
4. While you may want to impress your friends/relatives that you are visiting with your 60 carat diamond ring or your 916 gold necklaces, you do not want to impress snatch thieves as well. DON’T wear them when you are shopping, eating at mamak stall or buying VCDs. Remove all visible valuable items and wear only when necessary.
5. Don't put all your eggs into one basket. Handle your cash the same way too. Keep some in your left pocket, right pocket, underwear (yes!), socks, shoe, car, bag or even inside your baby diaper.
6. When you are paying for your RM 10.00 purchase, only take out RM 10.00. I've seen people who tend to take out whatever amount they have from their pocket (sometimes I see whole stack of RM 50s), and then pay the amount required while keeping the rest back into their pocket. This attracts attention not only from the hot chick behind you, but also potential criminals.
7. Always have enough petrol in your car to reach your destination. You won't want to push your car to the nearest petrol station at 3 a.m won't you?
8. Familiarize yourself with the emergency numbers. You never know when you might need it.
With above, I wish you a safe and enjoyable trip to Malaysia!
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We have heard the excuse that "everywhere is the same" so many times but I must say that everywhere is not the same when it comes to crime.
Can we say that the crime situation here in Singapore the same as in Malaysia? I dont think any Malaysian who drives in to Singapore will have the same anxiety as a Singaporean driver who drives to Malaysia. The crime in Malaysia is really sucks now. the only thing that is the "same" for criminals in Malaysia is that they target both foreigners and Malaysians but the crime level is horrendous in that country.
Unfortunately Malaysians hate to admit that they have a problem and when you dont admit that you have a problem than the problem will never get solved and instead will deteriorate further.
I love going to Malaysia and even have family there but Malaysians do have to get their act together or otherwise you will never be able to get investors. Whether you like it or not you do need foreigners and foreign investors but if you dont think foreigners are important than Malaysia can always become the next Myanmar. In fact that would be better because in Myanmar the crime rate is practically nil and the country is so safe cos everyone is fearful of the junta.
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