Kuala lumpur: Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail has urged the top leadership of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to prioritize core issues and respond to public concerns to safeguard national security and well-being. He emphasized the importance of strong leadership and a clear focus on critical priorities, calling on all senior officers to provide full support, identify internal challenges within their departments, and act with clarity on what requires immediate attention.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Khalid highlighted the necessity of knowing what to prioritize and acting accordingly to ensure effective delivery. His remarks were made during the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) handover ceremony at Bukit Aman, marking the official transfer of duties from acting CID director Datuk Fadil Marsus to Datuk M. Kumar. Kumar takes over from Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, who has been appointed Director-General of the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS).

Mohd Khalid described Kumar's appointment as fitting, citing his experience in investigations and strategic planning. He noted recent cases, including murders and suspicious deaths, particularly in Sabah, Selangor, and Kuala Lumpur, which require focused attention. The IGP expressed hope that the new CID director would address these concerns swiftly and effectively, stressing that public sentiment must not be ignored.

The IGP also addressed the rise of complex, technology-driven crimes, including those involving artificial intelligence, deepfakes, malware, and activity on the dark web. He urged CID to adopt advanced technologies, enhance digital forensics expertise, and strengthen inter-agency, regional, and international cooperation to combat these threats.

Mohd Khalid expressed confidence in Kumar's ability to lead CID through modern crime challenges and called for strict compliance with investigation procedures to ensure high-quality probes and successful prosecutions.