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Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
A few bad apples give cops a bad name, says Ayob Khan
Deputy inspector-general of police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said corruption-related offences must be dealt with firmly, regardless of the rank of the individuals involved. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Corruption in the police force only involves a few bad apples but their actions have tarnished the reputation of all law enforcers, says deputy inspector-general of police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay. He said he regretted such a perception due to the handful of police officers and personnel when the majority have been performing their duties with integrity and dedication, Bernama reported. Ayob Khan added that corruption-related offences must be dealt with firmly, regardless of the rank of the individuals involved. He said he had 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). 'In Johor, when I served as police chief, 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 also placed under Special Preventive Measures,' he was quoted as saying after the launch of the book 'Antologi Puisi Makan Suap' at the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) in Kuala Lumpur last night. He also stressed that attempts to cover up corruption cases involving police officers to protect the reputation of the force would only allow such activities to fester and become harder to prevent. 'I will not compromise. If I detect such cases, the first step is to refer major cases to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). 'The second step is to open an investigation paper, and the third is to initiate disciplinary proceedings,' he said. Meanwhile, in his speech at the book launch, Ayob Khan said he would continue to speak out, reprimand, and remind all police officers and personnel about the disgraceful and humiliating nature of corrupt practices. He also reaffirmed his firm stance to tackle this reprehensible culture, despite attempts by a few parties, both within and outside the force, to portray corruption in the police force as difficult to eradicate. He added that Bukit Aman 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.
France 24
4 days ago
- France 24
Plastic pollution treaty talks stumble
Africa 14:26 From the show Negotiators in Geneva are scrambling to salvage a global treaty to curb plastic pollution, on the final day of talks. Despite a strong push by nearly 100 countries to reach an agreement, oil-producing nations are against the curbs. Also, in The Gambia, the death of an infant following female genital mutilation over the past weekend has triggered widespread shock, bringing the sensitive issue back to the center of national debate. The tragedy occurred in a small town near the capital, Banjul. The Gambia is among the 10 countries with the highest rates of FGM, with 73% of women and girls having undergone the procedure, with many doing so before the age of six years. Finally, earlier this month, Senegalese law enforcement arrested a man accused of blackmailing thousands of people with 'sextapes' for more than six years. Those who refused to pay saw their intimate videos posted on an adult website. Cases like this are on the rise, especially among young women. Experts say, only digital education can protect the most vulnerable.
