Elected representatives working in positions of governance, as well as those in the line of civil duty, are expected to carry out their responsibilities with impartiality without bias. Yet issues surrounding allegations of corruption continue to dog many layers of public office, with instances of ‘duit kopi‘ being a common occurrence.
Sabah police officer allegedly caught on camera accepting bribe
One such incident was allegedly captured on camera, and has since gone viral after it was uploaded and widely shared over the local social media space. In the 16-second long clip, two police officers in uniform could be seen engaging in conversation with two men wearing black shirts in-front of a shoplot.
During the course of their chat, one of the men could then be seen approaching a police officer with an outstretched hand, as though offering him a handshake. However, he appears to be holding a small bundle, which was then surreptitiously passed over to the police officer as they shook hands.
At this point in time, it is not known as to what the contents of the small bundle are. Regardless of which, the implications are enough to prompt an investigation to be launched into the matter by the Royal Malaysian Police.
Sandakan police to launch investigation into the incident
As reported by local newspaper Kosmo!, Sandakan district police chief Assistant Commissioner Abdul Fuad Abdul Malek has confirmed through a statement that the Sandakan District Police Headquarters (IPD) has received a tip-off on the video.
Consequently, the Sandakan IPD Integrity and Standard Compliance Division will be looking into the matter to determine whether a member of the police force had conducted any wrongdoing.
“If there is evidence, the police will not hesitate to take strict action against the members involved, as well as the man offering the bribe,” he said.
Abdul Fuad has also urged those with information pertaining to the case to contact the head of the Integrity and Standard Compliance Division of Sandakan IPD, ASP Mohammed Noor Zaid Zainuddin, at 013-3811239.
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