Hannah Yeoh says DBKL, police mull joint control centre for KL’s 10,000 CCTVs

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) are contemplating the creation of a joint control centre to enhance police access to the city's extensive closed-circuit television (CCTV) network. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh highlighted the importance of this initiative, as there are approximately 10,000 CCTV units installed throughout Kuala Lumpur.

She emphasized that the system would boost operational efficiency in monitoring security incidents and managing traffic flow. According to Yeoh, DBKL currently heavily relies on the police to manage traffic effectively, as their smart CCTVs are not as efficient as the police on the ground.

Upon handing over ICT equipment at the Sentul District Police Headquarters (IPD), Yeoh disclosed that RM60,000 has been allocated for ICT equipment at the front counters of Sentul IPD and three other police stations under its administration. Additionally, RM100,000 has been set aside to cover part of the logistics costs for police personnel participating in programs organized by DBKL.

Yeoh stressed the significance of close cooperation between DBKL and the police for managing events in the capital, such as road closures for concerts and road closures, as well as addressing crime and online fraud. Sentul police chief ACP Anuar Bakri Abdul Salam affirmed that the ICT system will significantly expedite services to the public, particularly when filing police reports.