KUALA LUMPUR: Twelve police personnel have been temporarily suspended from active duties in connection with the theft of cryptocurrency from Chinese nationals. Inspector-General of Police, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail, confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with statements being taken from those involved. The event was also attended by Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, the wife of the Prime Minister and Member of Parliament for Bandar Tun Razak. Mohd Khalid stressed that the police (PDRM) will take strict action against any officers involved in illegal activities. On Friday, Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar confirmed the officers' detention in connection with a cryptocurrency theft that occurred in Kajang earlier this month.

Source: The Star February 21, 2026 07:18 UTC