{
  "id": 12165075,
  "title": "IGP: Don’t hide school safety issues to protect reputations",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/igp-dont-hide-school-safety-issues-to-protect-reputations-12165075",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T11:33:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/05/igp-dont-hide-school-safety-issues-to-protect-reputations/237825"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuala Lumpur, Oct 5 — Malaysian police chief Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail has warned against concealing school safety issues to maintain reputations, as this may hinder authorities' ability to take appropriate action. He emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation between the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and educational institutions to ensure that all incidents are reported for further investigation. According to Mohd Khalid, who addressed a press conference after the launch of the PDRM Negotiator Handbook, school safety is a shared responsibility among the PDRM, schools, the Ministry of Education, and parents. School liaison officers routinely visit and collaborate with school authorities on safety concerns. The PDRM also engages in regular dialogues with schools and parent-teacher associations to discuss safety measures, such as potential installations of closed-circuit television (CCTV). The Crime Prevention and Community Safety Department (JPJKK) has increased patrols at schools and hostels. Regarding a recent incident involving the death of a 16-year-old student in Yong Peng, Johor, Mohd Khalid stated that some details are still unconfirmed, and a thorough investigation will be conducted before drawing any conclusions. The police force has also bolstered its Negotiator Cell, which was established two years ago, by providing officers with a handbook for crisis negotiations. This cell, part of the Internal Security and Public Order Department (KDNKA), comprises approximately 40 officers from various departments, chosen for their experience and expertise. These officers can be deployed to assist in negotiations during crises, such as kidnappings. The Negotiator Cell collaborates with other PDRM divisions as necessary and has even provided training and shared experience in crisis management with the Royal Brunei Police Force. Deputy director (Crisis and Disaster) and Negotiator Cell commandant Datuk M.V Srikumar Nair of the KDNKA clarified that there is no fixed response time for each case, as the duration depends on the specific circumstances and uniqueness of the incident.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 — Safety issues in schools should not be concealed to protect reputations, as this may prevent...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "General : IGP: Don't Hide School Safety Issues To Protect Reputations",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/general-igp-dont-hide-school-safety-issues-to-protect-reputations",
        "published": "2026-10-05T09:44:18.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "IGP: Don’t hide school safety issues to protect reputations",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/igp-dont-hide-school-safety-issues-to-protect-reputations",
        "published": "2026-10-05T11:33:06.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}