Kuala lumpur: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has found negligence in the handling of firearms training at the Northern Region People's Volunteer Corps (Rela) Training Centre (PLRWU), which resulted in injuries to a trainee attending the Basic Induction Course for Rela officers on Nov 15, 2024.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the EAIC stated in a recent announcement that their investigation uncovered negligence by Rela officers who were on duty, specifically those serving as the Shooting Range Officer and Site Officer, during the firearms training session.

The EAIC highlighted that the management of PLRWU failed to report the incident to law enforcement or submit an official account to the Rela headquarters. Additionally, there was a breach of compliance with the Temporary Firearms Licence/Permit conditions, issued by the Kedah contingent police headquarters (IPK), which required that each shooter be assisted by an officer from the Royal Malaysia Police.

The investigation adhered to the guidelines set forth under Subsection 27(4) of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission Act 2009 (Act 700). As a result of the findings, the EAIC has chosen to refer the matter to Rela's Disciplinary Authority, recommending disciplinary measures against the implicated officers for negligence in duty, as outlined under Paragraph 4(2)(j) of the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) (Amendment) Regulations 2002 [P.U.(A) 246].

Furthermore, the EAIC advised that Rela undertake a comprehensive review and enhancement of all standard operating procedures concerning the management and training of firearms to ensure adherence to prevailing legal standards.