Malaysia

Customs officer found dead in quarters; Husband surrenders to police

Negeri Sembilan Police Chief Datuk Alzafny Ahmad confirmed that the police received information regarding the incident at approximately 8:30 pm.

Updated 1 hour ago · Published on 16 Oct 2026 8:30AM

Customs officer found dead in quarters; Husband surrenders to police
The suspect was also taken to the scene to assist with further investigations. - October 16, 2026

AN officer from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) was found dead—believed to have been murdered by her husband—at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) quarters last night.

Negeri Sembilan Police Chief Datuk Alzafny Ahmad confirmed that the police received information regarding the incident at approximately 8:30 pm.

“The murder is believed to have been committed by her husband. The suspect also turned himself in at a police station following the incident,” he said.

He stated that the police are conducting a thorough investigation at the scene to determine the motive for the murder, as well as the exact time it occurred.

The suspect was also taken to the scene to assist with further investigations.

Alzafny added that the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code, and further information regarding the case will be released once the investigation at the scene is fully concluded. – October 16, 2026

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