Singapore family robbed at petrol station in JB

The Straits Times, 3 Feb 2005

I FEEL sorry for those victims who suffered bruises as a result of being robbed. I feel that it is rather unsafe visiting Malaysia, particularly Johor Bahru. Since at least 4 years ago i have heard of frequent repeated cases of robberies in Malaysia's highways. If not cases of wallet and handbag robberies, there would be life threatening experiences Singaporeans meet when they visit Malaysia. With the chinese new year festival here, it is inevitable that these robbers seek prey upon Singaporean cars in desperation for cash. I feel that the only way to prevent such repetitive robberies from occuring, is to visit Malaysia less frequently. The demand of cheap goods and cheap petrol in JB definitely attracts many Singaporeans to travel a day to and back Malaysia. However, what other way can we do to stop being victims when we visit Malaysia?