Police Trio Under Probe For Allegedly Extorting Molesting Teen Still On Duty

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Three police officers accused of extorting and molesting an 18-year-old student remain on duty while authorities decide on possible charges.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Fadil Marsus said investigation papers have been completed and submitted to the deputy public prosecutor’s office for further action.
“The disciplinary investigation against the three police officers involved is being carried out concurrently with the investigation by the criminal investigation department of the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters, and the officers remain on duty but are not assigned to field operations,” Fadil (above) said in a brief statement to the media.
One of the three accused officers is expected to face a charge under Section 354 of the Penal Code for assault or use of criminal force with intent to outrage modesty, while all three are proposed to be charged under Section 384 for extortion. In addition to the criminal proceedings, the trio will also face departmental disciplinary action.
The three officers were arrested in September for allegedly extorting and sexually coercing the student.
The New Straits Times reported Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad saying that the men, who were detained on Sept 18, were being investigated under Sections 354 and 384 of the Penal Code.
Generic police pixThe incident allegedly took place in Sentul at around 1am on Sept 17, when the student and her boyfriend were stopped by the officers. The cops allegedly seized their identity cards and mobile phones before another officer separated the victim and threatened her with imprisonment over private photos found on her boyfriend’s device.
He allegedly demanded RM10,000 or sexual favours to “settle” the matter, molested her during the encounter, and threatened to harm her or her boyfriend if she reported the incident.
NST also reported that the complainant said the officer demanded she provide her phone number under an alias and warned her not to disclose the incident to anyone, threatening to visit her hostel or home if she failed to comply.
The victim further claimed that the officer withheld her MyKad, demanded her contact details, and promised money and an iPhone in exchange for an ongoing sexual relationship.
Cops at schools
This case surfaced as the government moves to expand police presence in schools, following a rise in violent incidents.
On Oct 17, Communications Minister and government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had discussed the idea, highlighting the “omnipresent” nature of the police force.
Communications Minister Fahmi FadzilOn Oct 23, Berita Harian reported that officers had begun conducting spot checks at schools, including inspecting students’ smartphones for prohibited or pornographic material.
The move followed cabinet and Home Ministry directives for the police to step up patrols and visibility in schools as part of efforts to tackle juvenile crime.
Yesterday, Bernama reported that Kedah police deployed 30 MPVs to selected schools across the state to address disciplinary issues.
State police chief Adzli Abu Shah said the initiative was not only aimed at curbing bullying and other misconduct but also at fostering a calm and secure school environment. - Mkini

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