Malaysia does not plan to introduce the privatisation of prisons. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (main image) instead said his ministry is focused on upgrading and redeveloping existing prisons in the country using various models, including entering into land swap deals with third parties. Criminologist, Associate Professor (Honorary) Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy, had mooted…

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail recently said that the government had no plans to build new prisons. Putrajaya will instead upgrade existing prisons, while those over 100 years old will be redeveloped. The move was to improve the rehabilitation of inmates and address overcrowding in prisons. Overcrowded prisons remain one of the most…

The alleged rape of the victim of a sexual assault by the police inspector investigating the case has been described as “horrific” by a seasoned criminologist. The episode has also raised two pressing issues, according to Associate Professor (Honorary) Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy. “Why was the investigating officer allegedly playing doctor? And will the findings…

Did you know that after lodging a police report, the onus is on the cops to update you about the progress of the investigation? However, many victims are often forced to write to the respective stations to get an update. Criminologist, Associate Professor (Honorary) Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy, said police have four steps and a…

GEORGE TOWN: The black market will flourish in Kedah if the state government sticks to its decision to not renew the licenses of 4-digit outlets in the state, says criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy(pic). He said that the black market will be rejoicing as there will be more money to be made. “It is highly…

PETALING JAYA: Illegal gaming operators will capitalise on Kedah’s decision not to renew the licences of 4-digit outlets in the state, a criminologist warned. Universiti Sains Malaysia’s P Sundramoorthy said these illegal bookies would be difficult to trace. “The 4-digit black market will thrive as more punters will patronise these operators,” he told FMT. Sundramoorthy said these…