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Royal Malaysia Police misconduct and criminal investigations
Overview
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is facing scrutiny regarding internal misconduct and criminal involvement. Following the death of a detainee, Noorizwan Zulkefly, at the Cheras District Police Headquarters, the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) launched an investigation to determine if procedural violations occurred. Inspector-General of Police, Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail, stated the force will not protect members found guilty of disciplinary breaches.
In a broader context, Ministry of Home Affairs data indicates that between 2021 and August 2026, 2,097 police personnel were arrested for offenses including robbery, corruption, and drug-related crimes. Specifically, this includes 1,551 arrests for drug offenses and 482 arrests by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Additionally, investigations are underway concerning 12 officers suspected of robbing approximately RM200,000 in cryptocurrency from Chinese nationals in Kajang.
Entities
General Operations Force · Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission · Ahmad Radzi Hussain · Royal Malaysia Police · Rantau Panjang
Timeline
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[CRIME] 5 sourcesRoyal Malaysia Police faces scrutiny over misconduct and arrests
The Royal Malaysia Police is investigating a detainee's death in Cheras, while data shows over 2,000 officers arrested for drugs, robbery, and corruption since 2021.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesMalaysian police officer injured during anti-drug operation
A PGA corporal suffered a broken arm after a suspected drug syndicate member rammed a police vehicle during an operation in Rantau Panjang, Malaysia.
Sources
antaranews.com · ginga.com.br · malay.news · malaysiatribune.news · tvsarawak.my · twentytwo13.my · utusan.com.my