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Malay Mail
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Sultan Ibrahim meets new IGP Mohd Khalid in JB
JOHOR BARU, June 29 – His Majesty the King, Sultan Ibrahim, today granted an audience to newly appointed Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail. The King's Facebook page indicated that the meeting took place in Johor Baru, with Johor Police Chief Datuk M Kumar also in attendance. Sultan Ibrahim also serves as the Honorary Commissioner of the Royal Malaysia Police. Earlier this month, Mohd Khalid was appointed as the 15th IGP on a two-year contract beginning June 23, 2025. Prior to his new appointment, the 60-year-old served as director of the Special Branch and retired on April 8 but was reappointed on a contract basis from that date until now. He replaced Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, who stepped down from the post after a two-year term.
Malay Mail
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Mohd Khalid officially takes helm as Malaysia's 15th IGP
KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 — Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail officially began his duties today as the 15th Inspector-General of Police (IGP), taking over from Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, who has retired. The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) announced that Mohd Khalid arrived at the police headquarters in Bukit Aman in an official vehicle and received a 'Guard Turn Out' honour from the Camp Commandant Branch, signaling the start of a new era in the force's top leadership. According to PDRM, he was greeted by Management Director Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid, Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department Director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri, and acting Commercial Crime Investigation Department Director Datuk Seri Sri Muhammed Hasbullah Ali upon his arrival. 'Mohd Khalid was then escorted to the 31st floor to sign his appointment document as a symbolic start to his duties. 'The ceremony was also graced with a prayer led by Bukit Aman's Integrity and Standard Compliance Department Deputy Director (Religion and Counselling), Datuk Azhan Abdul Halim,' the PDRM stated in a Facebook post. — Bernama
Malay Mail
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Malaysia's police force gains global recognition for counterterrorism efforts, says home minister
KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 — The Royal Malaysia Police's (PDRM) capability in tackling terrorism threats has not only been recognised at the regional level but also by global powers such as the United States, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said this was evident in the trust placed by the US in PDRM's expertise to carry out the rehabilitation of two Malaysian detainees previously held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. 'This shows that in this particular case, the PDRM's Special Branch possesses expertise and competence that convinced a major power like the United States. 'It means we can stand as equals in efforts to address terrorism threats so they do not pose a danger within our own country,' he said during the handover ceremony of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) post at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) here today. Media reports previously stated that the US had repatriated two Malaysian citizens in December 2024, after they had been detained at Guantanamo Bay for 18 years. The two individuals involved, Mohammed Farik Amin, 49, and Mohammed Nazir Lep, 48, are currently undergoing a comprehensive rehabilitation process that includes social support services, welfare assistance, and health screening before being reunited with their families. Saifuddin said it was crucial for the country to have a capable IGP, such as the 14th IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, who played a key role in the repatriation of the two men. He praised Razarudin's composure when engaging with various US agencies, including the CIA and FBI, in resolving the matter. Meanwhile, Saifuddin stressed that the appointment of an IGP was not an award but a responsibility and burden that must be shouldered with full accountability. He said this was because the IGP was not only accountable to the nation but also to the entire police force under his leadership. Earlier at the ceremony, Bukit Aman Special Branch director Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail was officially appointed as the 15th IGP, succeeding Razarudin, effective today. The handover ceremony was witnessed by Saifuddin and attended by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and senior PDRM officers. — Bernama
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
With Razarudin set to retire, who are the frontrunners to succeed him as IGP?
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Incumbent Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain is set to retire after serving out of his appointment contract, fuelling speculation as to who will succeed him. As a civil servant, Razarudin was initially slated for mandatory retirement in 2023, but had his tenure extended for two years on a 'contract after retirement' basis. With Razarudin due to step down on June 22, three contenders have emerged at the forefront of the nation's top cop post. Malay Mail takes a look at who these frontrunners are: Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay As the second-in-command, deputy IGP Ayob Khan is widely considered the leading candidate to succeed Razarudin. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, addresses the media during special conference at Bukit 23, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel A native Kedahan, Ayob Khan graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and joined the force in 1991. He started out as an Assistant Superintendent in Bukit Aman's Special Branch in 1993 and worked his way up to become one of its most senior officers, leading the department's counter-terrorism division (E8) in 2016. As E8 principal assistant director, Ayob Khan made a name for himself where he was at the forefront of the hunt for the Islamic State (IS) militants in the country, leading crackdowns on the their domestic activities. In 2019, Ayob Khan also led several operations against individuals suspected of supporting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) — a separatist and terrorist group that had been active in Sri Lanka until its official defeat in 2009. He was later promoted to Johor police chief and became the directors for both Bukit Aman's Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Criminal Investigation Department prior to his appointment as deputy IGP. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim Azmi is currently serving as Bukit Aman's Internal Security and Public Order Department (KDNKA) director after having joined the force in 1987. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim speaks to the press during the launching of the 90th Annual General Delegates Meeting of Koperasi PDRM Berhad at Seri Pacific Hotel. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin He has a Master's Degree in Business Administration from UiTM Shah Alam. Prior to his current posting, Azmi also previously served as Petaling Jaya police chief, Kuala Lumpur police chief and later Bukit Aman's Management Department director. He is also currently the chairman of Koperasi Polis Diraja Malaysia Berhad (KPDRM), a cooperative established primarily for the members of the Royal Malaysia Police aimed at providing various financial and social services to its members. Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail As Special Branch director, Mohd Khalid was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. He previously served as a deputy director in the same department. As Special Branch director, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Diraja Malaysia However, not much information is publicly available about him, except the fact that Mohd Khalid will not be the first Special Branch director to assume the IGP post. These include his predecessors, namely Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun and Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador who were appointed IGPs, a departure from conventional protocol where the deputy IGP usually takes over.
Malay Mail
18-06-2025
- Malay Mail
‘No need for concern': IGP says KL safe, Brickfields and Cheras shootings were targeted, tied to internal disputes
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Malaysia's capital city is very much safe despite two separate shooting cases in Brickfields and Cheras recently, the country's top policeman said today. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said both incidents were not random public shootings, but believed to have been triggered by disputes between the victims and the gunmen, with specific motives involved, Bernama reported today. 'As stated by Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa, the incidents involved targeted individuals and arose from conflicts that originated outside the capital area,' he was quoted as saying. 'There is no need for public concern, as security around Kuala Lumpur remains under control.' Razarudin added that following the incidents, the Kuala Lumpur police have intensified patrols and operations to ensure continued public order. The first shooting incident occurred last Friday at a restaurant on Jalan Tun Sambanthan in Brickfields. The second incident took place late last night on Jalan Loke Yew in Cheras. Rusdi reportedly said that the cases are believed to be connected to smuggling activities in Sibu, Sarawak.
