Shuhaily: 'I accept it if that's the price I have to pay'

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's Director-General of the Border Control and Protection Agency, Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, has stated his readiness to face any legal consequences under the country's judicial system. This comes in relation to an alleged assault involving two police officers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on September 28.

Shuhaily had previously mentioned that the efforts to enhance Malaysia's border security came with a cost, and he was prepared to bear it personally. He reiterated on the day of the hearing that he is willing to attend court and comply with whatever decision is made. Shuhaily also expressed gratitude to the Malaysian public for their support and acknowledged the prayers offered for him during this challenging time.

He confirmed that he had received notification of the proceedings scheduled for the following morning at the Sepang Court. Shuhaily faces charges under Section 323 of the Penal Code, specifically for causing hurt to two police personnel voluntarily. On October 17, the Home Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, informed that the Attorney-General's Chambers had returned the investigation papers to the police for further review.

They had requested several modifications to the investigation papers before determining the subsequent steps.