- 12 police officers are under investigation for allegedly extorting RM2 million from a foreign national.
- The victim was reportedly released after paying US$140,000 (RM572,669) to the suspects.
- Following the incident, the victim lodged a report at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters.
- Dang Wangi police chief Sazalee Adam confirmed the arrests of the 12 policemen involved in the extortion attempt.
- The police report led to an internal investigation into the matter.
- The group had allegedly demanded RM2 million from the victim, but he managed to pay only a portion of the amount requested.
- Police managed to recover some of the cash paid to the policemen following their arrests.
Twelve police officers in Kuala Lumpur are under investigation for allegedly extorting RM2 million from a Chinese national. The victim was reportedly detained by the officers and released after paying US$140,000 (RM572,669).126
The incident came to light when the victim lodged a report at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters, prompting an internal investigation. Sources indicate that the group of officers had initially demanded the full RM2 million but accepted a lesser amount.35
According to Dang Wangi police chief Asst Comm Sazalee Adam, the arrests included a deputy superintendent and an assistant superintendent. He confirmed that further details would be provided as the investigation progresses.4
Following the arrests, police managed to recover some of the cash that had been paid to the officers. The circumstances surrounding the initial detention of the Chinese national remain unclear, raising questions about the conduct of the officers involved.
This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding police misconduct and corruption within the force, as authorities work to address these serious allegations.
“The Chinese national was released after paying US$140,000 to the suspects, a fraction of the RM2 million initially demanded. Dang Wangi police chief Asst Comm Sazalee Adam confirmed the arrests of 12 policemen, including a deputy superintendent, and said some of the cash has been recovered.”
The Star
