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Kedah police officer arrested over alleged RM15,000 bribery in drug case
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a Kedah police officer suspected of accepting bribes to shield drug trafficking operations. The officer is believed to have received RM15,000 in exchange for protection.
LSN Malaysia ·
ALOR SETAR — The Kedah branch of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested a police officer on suspicion of accepting bribes totalling RM15,000 to facilitate drug trafficking activities.
The detention follows an investigation into allegations that the officer provided protection to individuals involved in narcotics distribution, allowing their illegal operations to continue unimpeded. The case highlights ongoing concerns about corruption within law enforcement agencies and its potential to compromise drug enforcement efforts.
Authorities did not immediately disclose the officer's rank or specific division. The MACC has been intensifying its focus on corruption within government institutions, particularly cases involving abuse of authority for financial gain.
The arrest comes as part of broader anti-corruption operations in the state and underscores coordination between law enforcement and anti-corruption bodies to tackle internal misconduct. Further investigations are expected to determine the full scope of the alleged offences and whether additional individuals are involved in the matter.
The officer is expected to be brought before the courts to face corruption charges under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009.