KUALA LUMPUR: The police will not turn a blind eye to corruption within the force, pledged Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay.
Acknowledging that corruption does exist, Ayob said numerous officers have already been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the police’s Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (JIPS).
“Anyone involved in corruption will face action, regardless of their position or rank,” he stressed after officiating the launch of the book Antologi Puisi Makan Suap at Wisma Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka last night.
“From the top to the bottom—if you are corrupt, we will act against you. Corruption damages the image of the police force,” he said.
While emphasising that most officers uphold integrity in carrying out their duties, Ayob admitted that a small minority were tarnishing the institution. He cited his track record, noting that during his tenure as Johor police chief, 24 police personnel were arrested, with 14 subsequently dismissed.
As former director of the Narcotic Crime Investigation Department (NCID), he also took disciplinary action against senior officers, including a superintendent, deputy superintendent, two assistant superintendents, and an inspector, all of whom were dismissed.
“I will not compromise when it comes to corruption,” Ayob vowed, adding that any corruption case brought to light would be referred to the MACC before internal investigations and disciplinary measures were taken.
Earlier in his address, he acknowledged claims that eradicating corruption in the force was challenging, but said this would not deter him.
“The era of empty rhetoric is over. The public is observing us closely—our actions, our lifestyles, and our assets,” he said.
At the event, Ayob was honoured with the Tokoh Integriti PEMUISI Malaysia award for his efforts to combat corruption in the police force.
