PETALING JAYA: While boosting security operations is crucial in the current digital and AI era, Budget 2026 should also address the welfare and social needs of enforcement personnel, say experts. Universiti Sains Malaysia criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy said the upcoming budget should be multifaceted and not confined to operational needs. “Equally important and often…
PETALING JAYA: Overcoming the mat rempit menace requires more than just heavier penalties. Instead, mandatory rehabilitation, road safety education and even parental accountability are needed, say experts. Habitual or violent offenders should face mandatory jail terms, with their machines seized and disposed of, says criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy. If the offenders are underage, their…
The 11th Forum on Crime and Policing in Malaysia opened in George Town today, bringing together over 100 experts and civil society groups. Themed Contemporary Issues and Challenges on Drug Use in Malaysia, the one-day event provided a platform for frank discussions on current drug policies, rising drug use, and the need for reform. Organising…
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6: “Be Smart, Stay Alert” – the words emblazoned on the vest worn by the Royal Malaysian Police’s (PDRM) senior frontline officer tackling online scamming, ACP Lai Lee Ching, reaffirm what’s really needed to stay clear of being scammed. It’s a simple and yet powerful message to be on guard against scammers….
GEORGE TOWN: The killing of a police corporal in Kedah, who was deliberately run down by four burglars, is a national tragedy that requires a decisive response, said a senior criminologist. Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy said the act was an assault on the rule of law and the social compact. Policemen, he said, put themselves…
KUALA LUMPUR: The surge in phone scams across Malaysia and Southeast Asia is more than just a cybercrime trend —it is a deeply rooted social issue that reflects a blend of psychological manipulation, socio-economic hardship and sophisticated criminal syndicates, said Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy. Sundramoorthy, a senior criminologist, said the persistence of these scams despite…
The police force, comprising nearly 137,000 dedicated men and women, is a cornerstone of Malaysia’s internal security and public order. However, recent debates surrounding promotions, especially at senior levels, have reignited long-standing concerns over the integrity and effectiveness of career mobility and succession planning within the force. At the heart of the public discourse is…
GEORGE TOWN: The recent arrest of enforcement officers at several airports has revived concerns over corruption and systemic failure in Malaysia’s immigration system. The officers were allegedly involved in “counter-setting,” where immigration counters were pre-assigned to enable the illegal entry of foreigners in exchange for bribes. Criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy said this pointed to…
