POLICE officers will have to undergo periodic urine tests as part of the force's efforts to curb drug abuse among personnel, reported the New Straits Times.
"Some policemen were even involved in criminal activities. Recently, an assistant superintendent and six personnel were arrested for extortion and molestation of a woman.
"The case must serve as a lesson for all officers and management at all levels must ensure strict adherence to regulations by those under their supervision," said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain.
Speaking during the force's monthly assembly. he said the police's Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (JIPS) will be more proactive in monitoring and identifying misconduct among officers and personnel.
"Supervisors are responsible for keeping a close watch on their subordinates, including those living beyond their means, and must ensure that strict action is taken against anyone involved in corruption, drug abuse, or other offences," he said.
It was reported that more than 600 policemen have been caught abusing drugs over the past decade, and most of them have been sacked.
In the past decade, 50 officers and 581 policemen of other ranks have been disciplined for drug use, highlighting the depth of the drug problem in Malaysia. - October 18,
