IGP: Urine tests for cops to curb drug abuse

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has announced that periodic urine tests will be conducted on police officers as part of the force’s efforts to curb drug abuse among personnel.

According to a report by the New Straits Times, he made the announcement during the force’s monthly assembly.

“The police’s Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (Jips) will be more proactive in monitoring and identifying misconduct among officers and personnel.

“Supervisors are responsible for keeping a close watch on their subordinates, including those living beyond their means, and must ensure that strict action is taken against anyone involved in corruption, drug abuse, or other offences,” he said.

Three weeks ago, federal Jips director Azri Ahmad said it could not be denied that drug-related issues within the force were partly due to the nature of police work and access to drug dealers.

He revealed that more than 600 police personnel have been caught abusing drugs over the past decade, and most of them have been sacked.

Razarudin today lamented that some police officers were even involved in criminal activities and cited a recent case where an assistant superintendent and six personnel were arrested for extortion and molestation of a woman.

He said the case must serve as a lesson for all officers, adding that management at all levels must ensure strict adherence to regulations by those under their supervision.

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