Police Inspector Accused of Ramming Traffic Officer Sent for Mental Health Evaluation

The Malaysian legal system is taking a serious approach to the alleged assault on a traffic policeman by a fellow officer. Sessions Court Judge Mazuliana Abdul Rashid has ordered Inspector Muhammad Kamal Raj Shanmugam Abdullah to undergo a mental health evaluation at Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta. This decision comes after the prosecution's request, highlighting concerns about the accused's mental state at the time of the incident. The court's action underscores the gravity with which such offenses, especially when committed by law enforcement personnel against their own, are viewed in Malaysia.

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Mahkamah Sesyen di sini, hari ini memerintahkan pegawai polis berpangkat Inspektor yang menyebabkan seorang anggota polis trafik cedera di Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra Jumaat lalu, dihantar ke Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta di Tanjung Rambutan, Perak.

Inspector Muhammad Kamal Raj Shanmugam Abdullah faces a severe charge of attempted murder under Section 307 of the Penal Code. The prosecution alleges that he intentionally used his Perodua Axia to ram Constable Roslan Salleh, a 27-year-old traffic policeman, causing significant injuries. The context of the incident, occurring late at night while Constable Salleh was on duty, adds to the seriousness of the case. The potential penalties under this section are substantial, including up to 10 years' imprisonment, or a maximum of 20 years if the act results in injury, as it did in this instance.

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Saya faham pertuduhan, tetapi saya sakit serius dan tidak ingat (kejadian).

The court's decision to deny bail, supported by the defense counsel G. Nanda Goban, reflects the perceived danger posed by the accused and the severity of the victim's injuries. Deputy Public Prosecutor J. Banusha argued effectively against bail, emphasizing the widespread attention the incident has received. This case not only involves a criminal act but also raises questions about the conduct and well-being of police officers. The proceedings will continue with the mental health evaluation, followed by the court's next steps on May 14th, as the Malaysian public awaits further developments in this disturbing case.

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Tertuduh didakwa cuba membunuh dengan cara melanggar seorang anggota polis trafik, Konstabel Roslan Salleh, 27, yang boleh menyebabkan kematian menggunakan kereta Perodua Axia kira-kira pukul 10.47 malam, 10 April 2026.