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Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador speaks to media after visiting the construction site for the new Jeli District police headquarters in Jeli, February 27 2021. Bernama pic
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 Inspector -General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador regarded the act of hurling various accusations at the police, to an extent that it has created a negative perception of the force, as that by individuals who want to be “popular”.
He said claims, such as the police are cruel for imposing stern action, including hefty compound, is inappropriate as every action by the police is in accordance with the Emergency (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021 in an effort to break the chain on the Covid-19 infection.
17 Mar 2021 / 09:15 H. Pix for representational purpose only.
KUALA LUMPUR: Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador regarded the act of hurling various accusations at the police, to an extent that it has created a negative perception of the force, as that by individuals who want to be “popular”.
He said claims, such as the police are cruel for imposing stern action, including hefty compound, is inappropriate as every action by the police is in accordance with the Emergency (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021 in an effort to break the chain on the Covis-19 infection.
“People take advantage, some want to be popular, they throw all sorts of wild accusations and then hide their hands. An example, is the case in Lahad Datu, where the police allegedly arrested many beggars there.
Fair warning: Food court operator Sam Thong putting up the RM10,000 fine poster on the wall near her stall. LOW BOON TAT/The Star
PETALING JAYA: Acknowledging the many complaints from the ground, including businesses which have been slapped with a higher compound, the Covid-19 Emergency Management Technical Committee is still holding discussions over the matter, says Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan.
The government is working to categorise which offences are liable for a RM10,000 and RM50,000 compound for violation of the movement control order, and a mechanism to reduce those fines.
PDRM’s willingness to expose errant cops shows it means business IGP 17 Mar 2021 / 21:48 H.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police’s (PDRM) willingness to expose misconduct and integrity issues among errant personnel clearly shows that the department will not compromise on taking action against them, says Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador (
pix).
He said although the move had received criticism from quarters claiming that the department was exposing skeletons in its own closet, it also proved that the police did not protect members and officers who committed offences.
“I myself am willing to share the ugly stories to serve as a lesson for my subordinates, besides providing confidence to the public that the police are not conspiring to protect such disgusting activities,” he said in an interview broadcast live on Sinar Harian’s official Facebook today.
Not the way to go Bernama
PETALING JAYA: Raising the compound fine for violating Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOP) to RM10,000 is wrong in every way, according to a lawyer and a human rights activist.
They say it is unconstitutional, violates the fundamental principles of law and is open to abuse
Andrew Khoo, a constitutional lawyer who focuses on human rights, told
theSun that making the district health officer the final authority to determine the quantum of the fine could lead to abuse of power.
Violation of the SOP is punishable under the Emergency (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021 (Act 342).