Police cordon off Najib’s Jalan Langgak Duta residence amid speculation of possible return

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 — Police have heightened security measures around the entrance to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's residence in Jalan Langgak Duta, as rumors circulate that he may return to serve his remaining prison term under house arrest. The Berita Harian reported that Najib could potentially be granted permission to return home after fulfilling the necessary payment.

Assistant Commissioner Anuar Bakri Abdul Salam and his deputy arrived at the housing area around 10:45am, following a team of officers from the Sentul district police headquarters who arrived at 10:30am. Police officers stationed at the scene instructed media personnel to maintain a safe distance from the residence, restricting coverage to only the road leading into the neighborhood.

According to Anuar Bakri, preparations are underway for the control and surveillance of the entrance to Najib's residence starting this morning, with no specific information yet received but a readiness to handle any possible scenario. Approximately 30 police personnel and several vehicles are currently on standby, with patrol cars and mobile vans positioned at the scene.

Two tents have been set up for duty and control purposes. Information suggests that Najib is anticipated to return to his residence following Friday prayers this afternoon. The presence of a significant number of senior Sentul district police officers at the location indicates that his relocation home today is a possibility. At 73 years old, Najib has been incarcerated since August 23, 2022, following the Federal Court's affirmation of his conviction for misappropriating RM42 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd.

The original sentence imposed was 12 years in jail and a RM210 million fine, which was reduced to six years and RM50 million by the Federal Territories Pardons Board in January 2024. Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, issued a conditional pardon for Najib on September 18, enabling him to complete his sentence under house arrest until August 23, 2028, as long as the fine and other stipulations are adhered to.