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294 trainees complete police training at Pulapol Kuching
Hamzah (third left) presents an award to a recipient in recognition of outstanding performance during the training programme.
KUCHING (July 3): A total of 294 trainees have successfully completed their six-month basic training under the Police Constable Basic Training Programme (PLAK) at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) here today.
Gracing the passing out parade was Bukit Aman Integrity and Standards Compliance Department director Datuk Hamzah Ahmad, who said the event not only marked the conclusion of their training but also the beginning of a lifelong duty to serve with honour and integrity as members of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
According to Hamzah, the cohort comprises individuals from a variety of academic and skills backgrounds, including seven with the Malaysian Skills Certificate, 233 with the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), one with the Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM), 42 with the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), nine with diplomas, and two with other qualifications.
'This shows that the PDRM welcomes recruits from diverse academic and skill backgrounds, adding value to the force,' he said.
Hamzah also highlighted the evolving challenges faced by the police today, noting that officers are now dealing with both conventional crimes such as robbery and theft and modern threats, including cybercrime, online scams, misinformation and social media slander.
'In today's fast-paced digital and social media landscape, every member of the police force must be intelligent, technologically literate snd uphold integrity without compromise.
'The credibility of the force lies in the actions of each of its members.
He also paid tribute to the trainers for their dedication and professionalism, describing the quality of the graduates as a reflection of their commitment.
He concluded by urging the trainees to uphold the dignity of the uniform and the name of PDRM.
'Serve with sincerity. Be firm without brutality, approachable without weakness, and professional in all circumstances
'The people's trust in the police depends on your ethics and conduct in the field,' he said.
During the event, three trainees were honoured for their outstanding performance throughout the course.
Constable Alfred Johari from Platoon 10/Bravo, 26, who holds a bachelor's degree and hails from Pitas, Sabah, was named Best Academic Trainee.
The Best Outdoor Training Trainee award went to Constable Azroy Azmon Juanis, 21, from Platoon 4/Alpha. He holds the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and comes from Kampung Indah Nabawan, Sabah.
Meanwhile, Overall Best Trainee was awarded to Constable Suhaimi Sarman, 25, of Platoon 6/Alpha. He holds the Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) and is from Kampung Pulau Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. complete lead Police Constable Basic Training Programme trainees
