KUALA LUMPUR – The police force will not compromise and promises stern action against any personnel who have refused to accept reports of instances of domestic violence.
Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Abd Jalil Hassan said he viewed seriously the claim by the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry last Monday on police personnel refusing to receive reports on domestic violence.
“Since the Domestic Violence Act 1994 came into force on June 1, 1996, police have issued several instructions on the handling of domestic violence case investigations which are to be complied with at all levels.
“This includes disciplinary action against personnel who refuse to accept reports on domestic violence,” he said in a statement today.
In this regard, police had requested for more information from the Women’s Ministry on the matter to facilitate investigations and allow action to be taken against those involved, he said. – Bernama, March 30, 2022
