THE Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) investigate all reports fairly and without prejudice, regardless of background, including high-profile cases involving Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain.
He confirmed that a police report lodged by Yusoff on 12 September is being investigated alongside two related cases involving the discovery of drugs and imitation firearms.
“The police respect and welcome all views and reactions expressed regarding the High Court’s decision in Yusoff Rawther’s case,” he said in a statement on Friday.
“Such views reflect a noble aspiration to uphold justice and human rights in our criminal justice system.
“PDRM is currently awaiting and will study the full written judgment of the trial to identify any gaps or weaknesses that may have occurred during the course of the investigation.”
He added that the force is prepared to conduct internal reviews and improve investigative procedures through a reassessment of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
The decision to prosecute, he said, was carried out in accordance with Article 145(3) of the Federal Constitution and was determined by the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC).
“There is no need to record a statement from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in this matter, as action was already taken when Yusoff Rawther lodged his report in the initial stage,” Razarudin explained.
“At that time, PDRM submitted the investigation papers to the AGC with a recommendation to charge Yusoff Rawther in both cases. The AGC was satisfied that the evidence then was sufficient to press charges, without requiring further statements from other individuals.”
He added, as with previous court decisions that have not favoured the police, PDRM remains attentive to judicial outcomes.
“PDRM will continue to take proactive steps to enhance the quality of investigations and optimise the prosecution process,” he said.
On Thursday, the Kuala Lumpur High Court acquitted Yusoff Rawther, a former political research assistant, without calling for his defence over charges of cannabis trafficking and possession of two imitation pistols last year.
Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case at the end of its proceedings.
IGP to Retire on 22 June
Tan Sri Razarudin Husain is set to retire as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) on 22 June, after serving two years at the helm of the Royal Malaysia Police.
A formal handing-over ceremony and farewell parade are scheduled to take place on 20 June at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) in Kuala Lumpur.
Razarudin, who hails from Dengkil, Selangor, was born on 15 March 1963 and holds a Master’s degree in Social Science (Police Studies) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
He began his policing career in 1984 as an investigating officer with the Kedah Criminal Investigation Department (CID), later holding positions including Assistant Director of D9 (Serious Crimes) at Bukit Aman, Deputy Commander of the Special Task Force on Organised Crime, and CID Chief of Penang.
He also served as Deputy Police Commissioner of Sabah and subsequently as Perak’s Deputy Police Chief before becoming the state’s Police Chief. Razarudin was appointed as Malaysia’s 14th IGP on a two-year contract starting 23 June 2023, succeeding Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani. - June 14, 2025
