Custodial deaths: No cover-ups, Home Ministry promises


  • Nation
  • Monday, 13 Mar 2017

KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry will not protect or cover up for any police officer found guilty of injuring or killing detainees in custody.

Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said every report on a death in custody will be thoroughly investigated, with a public prosecutor to be assigned to bring the matter to court.

Start your ads-free experience now!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Dr Wee shares heartfelt Father's Day wishes
Raya Haji Rush: Traffic on main highways out of Klang Valley remains under control
Ops Khas Hari Raya Aidiladha: JPJ has issued 47,003 notices so far
King and Queen extend Father's Day wishes to all fathers in Malaysia
China's Premier Li Qiang's visit to Malaysia to strengthen bilateral ties
17-hour UMS water protest ends
Bank employee held over RM24mil case
Special Raya for 50 families
Cops rescue duo exploited by syndicate
It’s better to develop our own English teachers

Others Also Read