KTMB says cable theft sparks delays on Komuter line this morning

KTMB confirmed that a signalling cable theft was behind delays of more than 30 minutes on the Padang Jawa–Shah Alam–Batu Tiga stretch of the Komuter service this morning. — Picture via Facebook/KTM Berhad

By Malay Mail

First Published: Monday, 19 Oct 2026 11:20 AM MYT

PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — KTMB confirmed that a signalling cable theft was behind delays of more than 30 minutes on the Padang Jawa–Shah Alam–Batu Tiga stretch of the Komuter service this morning.

The operator said a signalling fault was detected at 6.20am, with passengers warned of delays while repair works were carried out.

Further inspection by KTMB’s auxiliary police revealed about 60 metres of four core, 16mm signalling cable had been cut. 

Repair and reconnection works are ongoing.

KTMB added that its auxiliary police will step up patrols and security monitoring to safeguard rail infrastructure and ensure smooth train operations.

KTMB said its auxiliary police will intensify patrols and security monitoring to safeguard rail infrastructure and ensure smooth train operations.

Members of the public with information on suspicious activity near the tracks are urged to contact KTMB Auxiliary Police’s Information Centre at 03 2263 1194 (24 hours) or relay details to the police for immediate action.