# Royal Malaysia Police misconduct and criminal investigations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/royal-malaysia-police-misconduct-and-criminal-investigations
> Updated: 2026-10-27T03:23:30.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Royal 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.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/royal-malaysia-police-faces-scrutiny-over-misconduct-and-arrests

### 2026-10-23: Malaysian 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysian-police-officer-injured-during-anti-drug-operation

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