Corruption exists in various public and private agencies in Malaysia, and in some cases, it involves NGOs, too. And the middlemen who facilitate this, especially among civil servants, are fondly known as “lembu” (cow). Sometimes the “lembu” is also referred to as “anjing” (dog) although this term is considered derogatory. Here, I will look at…
PETALING JAYA: The authorities should put in place standard operating procedures (SOP) for body-worn cameras (body cams) and use them to provide evidence to address contentious issues with the public, said Universiti Sains Malaysia criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy. He was commenting on a recent video on social media that showed the first batch of Road…
The minister of home affairs must seriously consider establishing a search committee to identify potential candidates for the position of the Inspector-General of Police. Over the past several decades, there has been much criticism about the process of appointing the IGP. Some say that the process has not been transparent and has created unease among…
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…
