Negeri Sembilan AADK Officers Breached SOP During Labu Raid – EAIC

PUTRAJAYA, June 10 (Bernama) -- The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has found that several officers from the Negeri Sembilan National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) failed to comply with standard operating procedures (SOP) during an operation at Kampung Felda LBJ, Labu, on March 8, 2023.

According to an EAIC statement today, its investigation also found that several individuals who tested positive for drugs were released during the operation, which constitutes an offence under Section 221 of the Penal Code.

Following this, the EAIC decided to refer the findings of criminal conduct to the Public Prosecutor under subparagraph 30(1)(c) of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission Act 2009 (Act 700).

At the same time, the EAIC stated that the misconduct of the AADK officers involved will be referred to the Disciplinary Authority with a recommendation for disciplinary action under subparagraph 30(1)(b) of Act 700.

Previously, the EAIC had received a complaint against the Negeri Sembilan AADK for allegedly releasing several individuals who tested positive for drugs during the raid.

Subsequently, an investigation was conducted based on the complaint received, in accordance with subsection 27(4) of Act 700.

Meanwhile, AADK director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh has pledged to extend full cooperation to the EAIC, saying the agency will not compromise with or protect any of its personnel involved in misconduct or integrity violations.

In a statement today, Ruslin said firm action would be taken against any personnel found guilty under the existing legal provisions.

"AADK will continue to work closely with the EAIC in efforts to enhance good governance within the agency, especially concerning investigations into complaints of misconduct and integrity issues involving AADK personnel," he said.

Ruslin reminded all AADK staff to carry out their duties and responsibilities with integrity by adhering to the SOP and guidelines under the Anti-Bribery Management System.

-- BERNAMA