Kuala lumpur: The actions of a small number of police officers and personnel involved in corruption have tarnished the reputation of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), despite the majority performing their duties with integrity and dedication. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay emphasized that corruption-related offences must be dealt with firmly, regardless of the rank of the individuals involved.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ayob Khan stated he has never compromised with any officers or personnel involved in such offences during his tenure as Johor police chief, director of the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID), and director of the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID). He highlighted that during his service in Johor, some officers and personnel were subjected to action under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA). At the NCID, officers with the ranks of Superintendent, ASP, and Inspector were placed under Special Preventive Measures.
He addressed reporters after the launch of the book 'Antologi Puisi Makan Suap' at the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) the previous night. The event was also attended by DBP director-general Dr Hazami Jahari and National Poets Association (PEMUISI) president Datuk Dr Radzuan Ibrahim.
Ayob Khan also stressed that attempting to conceal corruption cases to protect the organisation's reputation would only allow such activities to fester and become harder to prevent. He explained that for the PDRM, there will be no compromise. If such cases are detected, the first step is to refer major cases to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC); the second is to open an investigation paper, and the third is to initiate disciplinary proceedings.
In his speech at the book launch, Ayob Khan reiterated his commitment to speaking out, reprimanding, and reminding all PDRM officers and personnel about the disgraceful and humiliating nature of corrupt practices. He reaffirmed his firm stance to tackle this culture, despite attempts by a few parties, both within and outside the force, to portray corruption in the PDRM as difficult to eradicate.
He concluded by stating that PDRM remains committed to upholding integrity, particularly in tackling corruption and abuse of power, and will continue to ensure that national security and public order are maintained while delivering services at the highest standard.