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IGP clarifies Prisons Department handles Najib security arrangements
The Inspector-General of Police has stated that the Prisons Department bears full responsibility for security measures surrounding former Prime Minister Najib Razak. The clarification addresses questions about oversight of arrangements for the high-profile detainee.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 — Police leadership has moved to clarify the division of responsibilities regarding security provisions for former Prime Minister Najib Razak, placing full accountability with the Prisons Department.
The statement from the Inspector-General of Police comes amid heightened scrutiny of arrangements surrounding the former premier, who remains a closely watched figure following his conviction and ongoing legal proceedings.
Under Malaysia's established protocols, the Prisons Department maintains operational control over security measures for individuals in its custody or under its jurisdiction. The clarification emphasises the institutional boundaries between law enforcement and correctional authorities in handling such matters.
The announcement reflects standard procedures governing the separation of duties between police and prison authorities in Malaysia's law enforcement framework, ensuring clear lines of accountability for specific operational responsibilities.