Arms and ammunition stores intact despite officer's arrest, says armed forces
The Malaysian armed forces have confirmed that all arms and ammunition stores remain secure following the arrest of an officer at a university. The officer was detained for possession of a firearm and suspected illicit substances, with investigations currently ongoing.
Why it matters
It addresses public security concerns regarding the integrity of military armories and the conduct of military personnel.
PETALING JAYA: The armed forces has confirmed that all its arms and ammunition stores are complete, with no losses recorded, following the arrest of an officer found with a firearm, ammunition and suspected illicit substances.
The armed forces said immediate inspections were carried out at all arms and ammunition stores upon receiving information about the incident.
"The officer was arrested at a public institution of higher learning on Sept 28 and is currently in police custody to assist in investigations," it said in a statement.
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