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Maritime Enforcement Agency launches internal probe after officer dies in boat pursuit

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (APMM) has initiated an internal investigation following the death of reconnaissance officer Mohd Roshaimi Mohd Ridzuan during an operation to intercept a vessel.

LSN Malaysia · 28 October 2026

Maritime Enforcement Agency launches internal probe after officer dies in boat pursuit

The APMM officer was fatally injured while participating in an enforcement operation targeting an unauthorized boat, according to agency statements. The circumstances surrounding the incident during the pursuit operation are now the subject of an internal review by the maritime authority.

Mohd Roshaimi's death marks a significant incident within the APMM's operational ranks. The agency has committed to a thorough examination of the events leading to the officer's death to determine what transpired during the maritime interception effort.

Internal investigations of this nature are standard protocol when enforcement personnel are killed in the line of duty. The probe will examine operational procedures, safety protocols, and the specific circumstances of the boat pursuit that resulted in the officer's death.

The APMM, which is responsible for maritime law enforcement and coast guard operations in Malaysian waters, regularly conducts operations against unauthorized vessels and maritime smuggling activities. The agency has not yet released additional details regarding the investigation's timeline or preliminary findings.