[UPDATED] Mohamed Usuf steps in as acting KL police chief

New Straits Times

3 days ago

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad has temporarily assumed the role of acting Kuala Lumpur police chief.
He takes over from Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa, who was recently promoted to Director of the Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID).
The handover of duties ceremony was witnessed by Bukit Aman Integrity and Standards Compliance Department Director Datuk Hamzah Ahmad at the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters today.
Earlier, during a special assembly held prior to the ceremony, Rusdi praised Kuala Lumpur police force for maintaining their discipline throughout his tenure.
"I have found the overall level of discipline among Kuala Lumpur police personnel to be satisfactory.
"As such, I urge all personnel to continue upholding this standard of discipline. Supervisors, in particular, must fulfil their monitoring responsibilities as stipulated under the Inspector-General's Order No. 191 on 'Total Enforcement' in relation to Regulation 3C of the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993," he said.
He also expressed hope that the Kuala Lumpur police would continue to excel and uphold the highest standards in policing, guided by principles that prioritise the safety of both society and the nation.
"Thus, I call upon everyone to continue working together to drive our collective efforts and ensure that the Kuala Lumpur police achieve their goals and consistently provide the best possible service to the community.
I would also like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to all members of the Kuala Lumpur police who have given me their full cooperation and brought pride to the force through their remarkable achievements," he said.
Rusdi said a review of crime statistics comparing January to June 2024 with January to June 2025 showed a 28 per cent reduction in the crime index, equivalent to a decrease of 1,151 cases.
"Violent crimes saw a 29 per cent decrease, with 790 cases in 2024 compared to 563 cases in 2025 during the same period.
Meanwhile, property crimes recorded a 27 per cent reduction, with 3,377 cases in 2024 compared to 2,453 cases in 2025," he said.
Rusdi noted that this was not his first stint at CCID, having spent nearly 12 years there in his younger days as an investigating officer.
"We have seen an evolution in commercial crimes, which comes with its own set of challenges, especially in the area of investigations.
"Previously, conventional cheating cases were less complicated, but at least 80 per cent now involve online scammers," he said, adding that with advancements in Artificial Intelligence, there is much for him to catch up on.