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MCBA chief to stay in post despite assault trial
The director-general of Malaysia's Checkpoints and Borders Agency has indicated he will continue his duties while facing trial over allegations of assaulting Special Branch officers. Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily M. said no directive has been issued requiring him to step down from his position.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — The Malaysian Checkpoints and Borders Agency (MCBA) has confirmed that its director-general will remain at his post despite entering a plea in connection with allegations involving Special Branch personnel.
Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily M. appeared in court on Tuesday where he claimed trial to the charges. A spokesperson for the agency stated that no official order has been issued mandating his temporary suspension or removal from duty during the legal proceedings.
The decision to maintain continuity in the MCBA's leadership comes as the agency continues its operations overseeing Malaysia's border checkpoints and entry points. The agency said it remains committed to its duties during this period.
The trial is expected to proceed through the courts, with the outcome pending judicial determination. The MCBA has not disclosed additional details regarding the specific allegations or the timeline for subsequent court hearings.
This development follows standard practice in Malaysian civil service, where officials typically remain in their positions pending final legal determination unless explicitly suspended by their respective agencies or ministerial directives.