It’s time for transparent, controlled access to sex offender registry


THE alarming rise in sexual crimes in Malaysia demands urgent action from the government. According to the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigations Department’s Sexual, Women and Child Investigation Division (D11), a total of 11,479 cases were reported between 2022 and April 2025.

As concerned citizens and advocates for public safety, we are deeply disturbed by this development in Malaysia. This trend underscores the need for stronger preventive measures.

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