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The Jeju Police Commissioner has apologised publicly after a police officer improperly closed two missing person cases using false claims, resulting in the deaths of both individuals going unaddressed until their bodies were discovered.
A Malaysian court has ruled that the government and police must compensate 13 activists with RM195,000 for wrongful arrests during a candlelight vigil commemorating Covid-19 deaths at Dataran Merdeka in August 2021.
Malaysia's High Court has ordered the government and police to compensate 13 activists RM195,000 for unlawful arrests made during a 2021 vigil, establishing important precedent for civil liberties protections.
The High Court has ruled that the government must compensate 13 participants from a 2021 candlelight vigil at Dataran Merdeka with RM195,000, finding authorities vicariously liable for their unlawful detention.
Twelve police officers are facing disciplinary proceedings following allegations of a RM2 million extortion operation, with investigations running simultaneously through both internal and criminal channels.
Malaysia's Independent Police Conduct Commission has resolved 844 of 1,635 complaints received since 2023, reflecting public confidence in the oversight mechanism. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution highlighted the body's role in tackling police misconduct.
A deaf Grab driver has initiated legal proceedings against police and the government, alleging physical assault and subsequent pressure to withdraw his complaint. The case highlights systemic gaps in disability accessibility within Malaysia's law enforcement.
A suspended Malaysian police corporal appeared in court to face charges of sexually assaulting his 11-year-old daughter. The case underscores ongoing concerns about child safety and institutional accountability.
Demonstrations have broken out in Madison, Wisconsin following a fatal police shooting of a man armed with a knife. The incident, captured on video, has reignited debate over policing practices and officer accountability.
A Moroccan national died during police arrest procedures in Italy, prompting Morocco to demand clarification while Italian PM Giorgia Meloni vowed to uncover the facts. The incident has triggered protests.
Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers has ordered an inquest to examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of three men shot in Durian Tunggal, Melaka last November, following a police review of investigation findings.