PETALING JAYA: The nationwide crime index rate declined by 1.1% as there were 25,482 cases reported from January to June this year, compared to 25,774 cases during the same period in the previous year.
Datuk K. Kumaran, the deputy director of Bukit Aman Crime Prevention and Community Safety Department (Strategic Planning), stated that this decrease indicates that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has successfully maintained the country’s security.
Out of the total number of cases, 16,518 have been resolved, which accounts for approximately 64.8%, exceeding the targeted rate of 45%.
“This implies that for every 10 cases, six to seven cases have been resolved,” he explained, emphasizing the need to not become complacent despite the yearly decline in the crime index. He urged for continuous efforts in curbing crime to ensure the peace and security of the people.
He made these remarks during the conclusion of the Crime Prevention Awareness Programme 2023, organized by the Malaysia Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) of Selangor on Saturday, the 28th of October.
Kumaran also noted an increase in cybercrime cases, with victims ranging from businessmen, government employees, private employees, private workers, students, women, and even the unemployed.
According to Kumaran, the number of cybercrime cases has risen from 13,703 in 2019 to 17,227 in 2020 and further to 20,701 in 2021. He attributed this increase to the current situation in the country, where the internet is extensively used for various activities such as remote work, online learning, shopping, and banking transactions.
Earlier, Kumaran launched the SOS Fastlane application, which aims to facilitate public contact with the authorities during emergencies. This 24-hour service is a result of collaboration between Fastlane Emergency Resources Group Sdn Bhd, MCPF, and PDRM. The public can easily access the service by pressing the emergency button on the application. – Bernama
