Netizens rally behind Shuhaily after KLIA viral video

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 1 — Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain revealed that he is ready to face any government action following a viral video from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Shuhaily stated that he informed the highest levels of the government and the ministry about the incident.

He expressed willingness to accept the consequences, stating, "If that price is myself, then I will pay it with myself." Shuhaily responded to the footage that showed an individual resembling him forcefully holding another person's head. An individual claiming to have been manhandled by Shuhaily also shared an account online. Despite not considering himself perfect, Shuhaily was prepared to face any repercussions from the incident.

He emphasized that he would take responsibility and stand before everyone to accept the consequences. Shuhaily explained that he and other officers were conducting a limited enforcement operation at Level Five of KLIA following complaints about a foreign tout syndicate and an increase in drug and contraband discoveries during baggage screening.

During the operation, a foreign national involved in the syndicate was detained and taken to the baggage inspection room. However, two unidentified individuals began filming as officers were interviewing the foreign national. Shuhaily warned that the enforcement operation involved only AKPS officers and KLIA Aviation Security (AVSEC).