Singaporeans travelling to Malaysia told to be vigilant after deadly Johor police station attack

“We extend our sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families, and wish the injured officer a speedy recovery,” MFA said.

The attacker, a 21-year-old man, entered the police post armed with a parang (a type of knife) and attacked one police officer near the station’s entrance, taking his pistol.

A firefight then ensued between the attacker and police officers in the station’s car park area. The suspect was shot dead during this exchange.

All five members of the suspect’s family aged between 19 and 62 have been arrested including his father, who is a known member of JI.

More than 20 people believed to be linked to JI are also being tracked down for questioning in relation to the attack.

The suburb town of Ulu Tiram is located about 20km from Johor Bahru. It is close to Mount Austin, a popular shopping destination for Singaporeans.

MFA said that it is monitoring the situation in Johor Bahru together with the Singapore High Commission in Kuala Lumpur and the Singapore consulate general in Johor Bahru.

It also advised Singaporeans travelling to Malaysia to eRegister with MFA through its website so that it can contact and assist them in emergencies.

“We also encourage all Singaporeans travelling abroad to purchase comprehensive medical and travel insurance,” MFA added.