KUALA LUMPUR – A corporal from the General Operations Force (PGA) has been detained to assist investigations into the shooting of a Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) commander in Bukit Kayu Hitam on February 25.
Kedah police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah confirmed the officer, in his 30s, was arrested on 5 March by the Criminal Investigation Department at the Kedah police headquarters and remanded for seven days. He had been serving as an intelligence operative at the border for two years.
Urine tests revealed the officer was positive for ketamine. However, Adzli stressed: “This arrest is not because of a drug case, but to assist in the investigation of the shooting against the AKPS commander.”
Preliminary investigations indicate the officer had close ties with members of a smuggling syndicate believed to be involved in the incident.
“Information shows he was close friends with syndicate members and had previously used drugs with them. We will not compromise on matters like this,” Adzli said.
The officer was later released on police bail, with authorities seeking a bond order under Section 118 of the Criminal Procedure Code to ensure his continued cooperation. Adzli emphasised the gravity of the case, noting it involved an attempt on the life of an enforcement officer, and pledged a thorough investigation.
Police are also considering whether to suspend the officer from duty to prevent potential leaks of sensitive information.
“This suspect is among 11 individuals detained so far. Police appeal to the public who have information regarding this case to come forward and assist with the investigation,” Adzli added.
The attack occurred at 5.40am when AKPS Bukit Kayu Hitam commander Senior Assistant Commissioner Mohd Nasaruddin M. Nasir was driving his Proton X70 to morning prayers.
Two men on a motorcycle, dressed in black and wearing full-face helmets, fired two shots at his vehicle.
The bullets struck the rear right door and front passenger door, but Nasaruddin escaped unharmed and briefly pursued the assailants before they fled into an industrial area.
The case is being investigated under Section 3 of the Firearms (Increased Penalties) Act 1971, which covers discharging a firearm with intent to cause death or injury. – March 12, 2026